Is Hydrocelectomy a major surgery?
What happens after hydrocelectomy? This surgery is a relatively minor one and most patients return home the same day. It is recommended that patients apply ice packs to the area for 24 hours following the procedure and they should take pain relievers such as ibuprofen.
How long does it take to recover from a Hydrocelectomy?
Your groin and scrotum may be swollen or bruised. This usually gets better in 2 to 3 weeks. You will probably be able to go back to work or school 4 to 7 days after surgery. But you will need to avoid strenuous exercise or heavy lifting for 2 to 4 weeks.
What is hydrocele eversion?
Eversion of the hydrocoele sac. Eversion of the sac completed with suturing of the free end of the tunica vaginalis behind the testis. Diagram of Eversion of the sac completed with suturing of the free end of the tunica vaginalis behind the testis.
What is the side effect of hydrocele?
Usually, the only indication of a hydrocele is a painless swelling of one or both testicles. Adult men with a hydrocele might experience discomfort from the heaviness of a swollen scrotum. Pain generally increases with the size of the inflammation.
What are the complications of hydrocele?
Untreated Hydroceles can lead to infection of the fluid and testicular atrophy. A large hydrocele may obstruct the testicular blood supply leading to testicular atrophy and subsequent impairment of fertility. Hemorrhage into the hydrocele can result from testicular trauma.
How many types of hydrocele are there?
What are the types of hydrocele? There are two: communicating hydrocele and non-communicating hydrocele. Communicating hydrocele: This is a type of hydrocele that has contact (communication) with the fluids of the abdominal cavity.
Does hydrocele affect sperm?
A hydrocele typically isn’t dangerous and usually doesn’t affect fertility. But a hydrocele might be associated with an underlying testicular condition that can cause serious complications, including: Infection or tumor. Either might reduce sperm production or function.
What kind of surgery is done to remove a hydrocele?
Hydrocelectomy is surgery that is done to remove or repair a hydrocele, which is a fluid-filled sac surrounding a testicle. Appointments & Access.
How long does it take to recover from hydrocele surgery?
Surgery continues to be the most common method of treatment for a symptomatic hydrocele. 2 During the surgery, the surgeon will make an incision in your scrotum and drain the fluid from around the testicle. The space will then be sutured together. Recovery from surgery can take up to 5 days and you will be provided medication for pain management.
When to surgery for a non communicating hydrocele?
Non-communicating hydrocele: In many cases, non-communicating hydroceles will resolve over the first year of life. If your child is less than 1 year of age, the surgeon will often recommend observation of the hydrocele. If the hydrocele persists past the age of 1, surgical repair will be necessary.
How is sclerotherapy used to treat hydroceles?
Sclerotherapy was first reported in 1975 as a treatment alternative for hydroceles with no downtime. 5 Sclerotherapy is an outpatient procedure performed in the office that involves removing the fluid collection through a small tube followed by injection of a medication (sclerotherapy) that helps close the cavity containing the fluid.