Dilatation of the veins in the blood supply to the testicles is called varicocele, or varicocele of the testicle. It can be caused by a lack of venous valves or general weakness of the connective tissue. The increase in pressure in the veins results in loss of function and pain, and the lesion is visible and palpable, typically in the left venous bundle.
The testes are where sperm is formed and male sex hormones are produced. These functions can be impaired by dilated varicose veins. After surgery, improvements in sperm production and hormone production can be expected. The lesion may cause pain in the scrotum and/or groin. Reduction or improvement of testicular symptoms and pain can be expected after surgery.
The dilated varicose veins are explored on the left or right side of the groin. These are carefully separated from the rest of the ondosis cord, even by microsurgery if necessary, and the veins are cut and tied between clamps. The layers of the abdominal wall are then fused and the skin closed.
Surgery is the definitive treatment for this disease. Not having surgery leads to further discomfort, pain, further loss of fertility and permanent damage.
The day after surgery, the patient can return home, but physical rest is important for a few weeks, followed by gradual exercise and a balanced lifestyle to ensure a speedy recovery, which should allow the patient to return to a normal lifestyle after 1-2 weeks. Complete relief from symptoms is expected in about 6 weeks, by which time more active exercise can be undertaken.
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