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Microsurgical Varicocelectomy

Microsurgical Varicocelectomy in Mukundapur

A varicocele is an enlarged vein in the scrotum that can cause dull aching pain and can even affect fertility in men. It also causes reduction in the size of the testis on the affected side. Microsurgical varicocelectomy is a procedure which is performed to treat varicocele, thereby reducing the pain and restore fertility and enhancing the quality of life.

What is a Microsurgical Vericocelectomy?

Microsurgical vericocelectomy is a minimally invasive procedure that is performed to treat vericocele, which is characterised by enlarged vein in the scrotum which causes dull aching pain and affects male fertility. In this procedure, a high-powered microscope is used to clearly visualise the swollen veins of the scrotum while preserving the lymph vessels and artery in close relationship around it.

Benefits of Microsurgical Vericocelectomy

Microsurgical vericocelectomy has a range of benefits, including:

  • High success rate: Patients have reported significant changes in sperm count and quality post-surgery.

  • Low recurrence rate: Compared to conventional methods, a minute percentage of patients have required undergoing repeat procedures.

  • Low infection rate: This procedure is minimally invasive, thereby decreasing risk of infection. 

  • Faster recovery: Patients can get back to light activity within 2-3 days, and resume their jobs in a week. 

  • Improved fertility: The most significant aspect of the procedure, it helps resolve the male infertility problems in a sizeable percentage of patients.

Why Choose Manipal?

At Manipal Hospitals Mukundapur, our expert urologists use the latest technology to provide accurate diagnosis and expert treatment. Each patient receives a personalised treatment plan as per their needs, resulting in the best possible treatment outcomes.

Consult expert urologists for Microsurgical Varicocelectomy in Mukundapur at Manipal Hospitals. Get advanced treatment for varicocele with faster recovery and improved outcomes.

FAQ's

Most patients can resume light daily activities within 1-2 days and return to normal, non-strenuous activities within a week. Strenuous exercise and heavy lifting should be avoided for 2-4 weeks.

Sperm production takes about 72 days, so improvements in semen analysis results are typically observed 3 to 6 months after the surgery. Conception can occur anywhere from 6 months to over a year post-procedure.

The procedure is performed under anaesthesia, so you won't feel pain during the surgery. Post-operatively, you may experience mild to moderate discomfort, which can be managed effectively with prescribed pain medication. Most patients describe it as a dull ache rather than severe pain.

While generally very safe, like any surgery, potential risks include minor bleeding, infection, temporary swelling, or, very rarely, injury to the testicular artery or vas deferens. However, the microsurgical approach significantly minimises these risks.

Microsurgical varicocelectomy offers superior visualisation of critical structures, leading to lower recurrence rates and fewer complications (like hydrocele) compared to conventional open surgery or laparoscopic and radiological embolisation techniques. It is considered the most effective and safest method.

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