Varicocele

It is the collection of varicose veins in the pampiniform plexus of the cord and scrotum.

Causes

Can be due to obstruction of the testicular veins in the abdomen.

Left-sided affected more than right

Clinical features

A dull ache in the testis especially at the end of the day or after exercise.

Usually visible when the patient is standing.

Diagnosis

Clinical

U/S testis

Management

No treatment is needed/ Reassurance

In severe cases, surgery or radiological embolization