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Released at:Oct, 12 2023 •
Hydrocelectomy is a procedure where a hydrocele is repaired or removed. A hydrocele is a sac with a collection of fluid surrounding the testicle which gives a swelling in the scrotal (groin) area. Usually, the body resorbs these fluids if this does not happen a hydrocele develops, and a reparative hydrocele surgery is performed. Bedaya Hospital has an expert team of andrologist and urologist surgeons to perform this surgery and any unexpected complications that can occur because of it.
Hydrocelectomy is a surgery performed to treat a hydrocele. There are two types of hydroceles
A hydrocelectomy can be done either with general or local anesthesia. General anesthesia is when you are fully put under and unaware of what is going on. Local anesthesia is any other form anesthesia where you are awake but certain parts feel no pain sensation. Your physician together with the anesthesiologist will decide for your case which is most suitable for your case and health condition, but always feel free to discuss any concerns you might have with them. In both cases you will be advised to completely fast for at least 6 hours prior to the procedure and not to drive for 24 hours after it.
A hydrocelectomy or a Hydrocele surgery is a theoretically simple procedure but because it is in a very vascular, nerve rich area and could affect fertility needs a team consisting of a skillful surgeon, assistant and nursing team.
The operational steps include:
As mentioned earlier there are two hydrocele types of hydroceles: A communicating type and a non-communicating type. The surgery performed in both cases is identical apart from the fact where the opening between the scrotum and the abdominal cavity is closed to prevent fluid from the abdominal cavity entering the scrotum and maybe reforming a hydrocele.
Hydrocele surgery recovery takes about one to two weeks if carefully following the doctors’ instructions for medication and postoperative wound care.
What to expect after surgery?
The wound is supposed to heal within 3 days to a week, if you notice any signs of infection signs like redness, heat, itching, swelling and pain. Please contact your doctor immediately! This to avoid any complications post your hydrocelectomy surgery.
Hydrocelectomy surgeries at Bedaya Hospital have shown a success rate of above 80 percent. Patients experience post recovery time experience no more pain, redness or discomfort.
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