Varicocele Repair Surgery: Procedure and Benefits

Varicocele repair surgery is a surgical procedure performed to treat varicoceles, which are enlarged veins within the scrotum. The surgery aims to improve sperm production and quality by restoring proper blood flow.

varicocele repair surgery FAQ

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What is surgery to repair a varicocele (varicocelectomy)?

Surgery to repair a varicocele (varicocelectomy) is an outpatient procedure and allows the patient to return home the same day. It is done under general or local anesthesia. This surgery can be done in a few different ways, which are named by the incision's location:

What is a varicocelectomy?

A varicocelectomy is a surgery done to treat a varicocele, a condition in which veins inside the scrotum (called the pampiniform plexus) become abnormally enlarged. Surgery is generally performed when the swelling of the veins causes chronic pain or male infertility.

What are varicoceles & how are they treated?

What Are Varicoceles? Varicocelectomy is a surgery that removes swollen veins inside the scrotum, called varicoceles. There aren’t any medications that treat or get rid of varicoceles, so your doctor may recommend surgery to remove them.

What are the risks of surgery to repair a varicocele?

The risks of surgery to repair a varicocele include: Varicocele embolization, another procedure to treat varicocele, blocks the vein around the spermatic cord to prevent blood flow. During this procedure, a catheter is inserted into the femoral vein (a large blood vessel located in the groin) and guided to the varicocele using X-rays.

How is a varicocele removed?

The varicocele is removed using open or laparoscopic (‘keyhole’) surgery, or embolisation. The surgeon will give you advice on which technique is suitable for you. A single cut is made, in your groin. The veins are identified tied and cut. This does not affect the healthy flow of blood to and from the area as alternative veins are left intact.