what is a varicocele
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Varicocele Background. A varicocele is a dilatation of the pampiniform venous plexus and the internal spermatic vein. Varicocele is a well-recognized cause of decreased testicular function and occurs in approximately 15-20% of all males and in 40% of infertile males.
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Conditions Treated Varicoceles are believed to be caused by defective valves in the veins within the scrotum, just above the testicles. Normally, these valves regulate the flow of blood to and from the testicles. When normal flow doesn’t occur, the blood backs up, causing the veins to dilate (enlarge).
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Hydrocele testis Hydrocele testis. A hydrocele testis is an accumulation of clear fluid in the tunica vaginalis, the most internal of membranes containing a testicle. A primary hydrocele causes a painless enlargement in the scrotum on the affected side and is thought to be due to the defective absorption of fluid secreted between the two layers of the tunica vaginalis (investing membrane). A secondary hydrocele is secondary to either inflammation or a neoplasm in the testis.
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Overview A varicocele (VAR-ih-koe-seel) is an enlargement of the veins within the loose bag of skin that holds your testicles (scrotum).A varicocele is similar to a varicose vein that can occur in your leg. Varicoceles are a common cause of low sperm production and decreased sperm quality, which can cause infertility.However, not all varicoceles affect sperm production. Varicoceles can also cause testicles to fail to develop normally or shrink. varicocele (VAR-ih-koe-seel) is an enlargement of the veins within the loose bag of skin that holds your testicles (scrotum).
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What Is a Varicocele? Varicoceles are a relatively common condition (affecting approximately 10 percent of men) that tends to occur in young men, usually during the second or third decade of life. Sometimes, these varicoceles cause no symptoms and are harmless.
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VARICOCELE...can it effect testosterone? 12-21-2006, 07:12 AM. It's possible the varicocele is causing lower testosterone levels but other factor's can cause this also. No improvement in size since getting the operation but it's early days. I am hoping with the use of HCG + Clomid i will regain normal testicular function.
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- Cystocele is the name for a disorder in women that occurs when the wall between the bladder and the vagina weakens, causing the bladder to drop or sag into the vagina.ystocele is the name for a disorder in women that occurs when the wall between the bladder and the vagina weakens, causing the bladder to drop or sag into the vagina.
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What are Varicoceles? A varicocele is when veins become enlarged inside your scrotum (the pouch of skin that holds your testicles). These veins are called the pampiniform plexus. Ten to 15 of every 100 males have a varicocele.
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- Open surgical ligation, performed by a urologist, is the most common treatment for symptomatic varicoceles. Varicocele embolization, a nonsurgical treatment performed by an interventional radiologist, is as effective as surgery with less risk, less pain and less recovery time.aricocele embolization or catheter-directed embolization: Varicocele embolization (also called catheter-directed embolization) is a nonsurgical treatment performed by an interventional radiologist that is a highly effective, widely available technique to treat symptomatic varicoceles.
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Testicular Masses Trauma to the scrotum may cause hemorrhage into the hydrocele sac. Varicocele. A varicocele is an abnormal tortuosity and dilation of the pampiniform venous plexus and internal spermatic vein. A varicocele is present in up to 20 percent of all males and is often asymptomatic.
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Hydrocele A hydrocele (HI-droe-seel) is a fluid-filled sac surrounding a testicle that causes swelling in the scrotum. Hydrocele is common in newborns and usually disappears without treatment during the first year of life. Older boys and adult men can develop a hydrocele due to inflammation or injury within the scrotum.A hydrocele usually isn't painful or harmful and might not need any treatment.However, if you have scrotal swelling, see your doctor to rule out other causes.lder boys and adult men can develop a hydrocele due to inflammation or injury within the scrotum. A hydrocele usually isn't painful or harmful and might not need any treatment. However, if you have scrotal swelling, see your doctor to rule out other causes.
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Varicocele A varicocele is an abnormal enlargement of the pampiniform venous plexus in the scrotum. This plexus of veins drains blood from the testicles. The testicular blood vessels originate in the abdomen and course down through the inguinal canal as part of the spermatic cord on their way to the testis. Varicoceles occur in around 15% of all men.
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What is a varicocele and should I worry about it? A varicocele can lead to testicular atrophy, or shrinkage. Sperm-producing tubules make up the bulk of the testicle. If they are damaged, the testicle might become smaller and softer. Hormone imbalances. As the cells react to the increase in pressure, a change in hormones can result. There may be higher levels of luteinizing hormone (LH).
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The opacified paranasal sinus: Approach and differential A cephalocele is a protrusion of intracranial contents through a defect in the calvarium or skull base; the defect may be congenital, acquired (including postoperative or post-traumatic) or spontaneous.
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Overview When to see a doctor. Because a varicocele usually causes no symptoms, it often requires no treatment. Varicoceles may be discovered during a fertility evaluation or a routine physical exam.
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Microsurgical Varicocelectomy In some cases, varicocele can cause azoospermia, or the complete lack of sperm in the ejaculate (see HERE for more information about azoospermia). Since varicoceles are so common and since they usually go undetected throughout life, likely around 80% of men with varicoceles are able to conceive with their partners without any medical intervention.
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- The network of veins often appear visibly blue through the scrotum and feel like a bag of worms . When the patient lies down symptoms are less evident. Varicose veins people get in their legs are similar to a varicocele. Varicoceles can lower a man's sperm count and undermine the quality of his sperm.he valves in the veins that go along the spermatic cord do not work properly, a similar process as varicose veins in the legs. A defect in the valves leads to a backflow of blood into the pampiniform plexus, raising pressure there and causing the veins to dilate, and eventually damaging testicular tissue.
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Microsurgical Varicocelectomy Varicocele’s are very common, and they are not dangerous. In fact, 15% of all adult men have a varicocele. For many men, their varicocele will go unnoticed throughout their life, or it will not cause any problems at all. About 20% of adolescents have varicoceles, so a fraction of them likely resolve spontaneously.
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Hydrocele A hydrocele is a collection of fluid surrounding the testicle. It is located within the outer layer of the testicle called the tunica vaginalis. Hydroceles can also develop due to inflammation or injury within the scrotum. These sometimes resolve over a few months but many remain and require medical attention.
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Conditions Treated What is a Varicocele? Varicocele, an enlargement of the veins within the scrotum, is not unlike the varicose veins that appear in the legs. It occurs in about one in six males, but unlike varicose veins in the legs, it is more common in younger males, ages 15-25. Like the leg version, varicocele is usually harmless, but not always – it can be associated with infertility problems by contributing to low sperm production and decreased sperm quality.
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How To Treat Varicocele Pain Symptoms that are often associated with varicocele pain include testicular discomfort, a heavy feeling in the scrotum, dilated veins in the scrotum and achy testicles. To treat varicocele pain, you will need to: 1  See a doctor.
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Varicocele Repair Surgery A varicocele is an abnormal dilation of the veins of the spermatic cord in the scrotum. Varicoceles develop over time and may go undiagnosed for a long period of time due to no or only mild symptoms of a heavy filling in the scrotum. varicocele is an abnormal dilation of the veins of the spermatic cord in the scrotum. Varicoceles develop over time and may go undiagnosed for a long period of time due to no or only mild symptoms of a heavy filling in the scrotum.
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- Varicocele Diagnosis. The “gold standard” way to diagnose varicoceles is by physical examination. With a patient in a standing position, palpation of the scrotum by a well-trained physician can reveal a varicocele. Exercise and prolonged standing may also demonstrate a varicocele. Difficulties palpating a varicocele arise when the scrotal wall is thick or contracted.
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- 3,4) The pathogenesis of varicocele is retrograde flow into the spermatic vein. The In-Line Check Valve is a DEHP-free, acrylic valve featuring a Latex Free silicone diaphragm that allows flow in one direction and will prevent retrograde flow (back pressure tested to 45 psi).
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Varicocele Cause The cause is unknown, but is thought to result from abnormalities of the veins inside the testicles, leading to a backup of blood that cannot flow, which in turn causes swelling.
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- The dilated veins in the scrotum can often be felt or seen, and the testicle is smaller on the varicocele side. The varicocele can be identified on a routine physical exam when the testicles are felt while the male is in a standing position.