Varicocele Treatment - En Espanol: Varicocele Y Arregle De Varicocele
The scrotal varicocele is a well-recognized cause of decreased testicular function and is present in about 40% on infertile males and up to 80% of DI. Fortunately, this varicose vein disorder as a cause of male infertility is also the most surgically correctable. Once a varicocele is diagnosed, a brief review of the historical background, current concepts of its anatomy and function, and methods and results of surgical repair will be discussed. See also our glossary definition of varicocele/varicose veins.
Varicocele Ligation
If a varicocele is found, sometimes surgery to ligate (tie off) the abnormally dilated veins is recommended. If the varicocele is of significant size (Grade II or Grade III), about two thirds of men undergoing the surgery will see some improvement in the sperm quality. The reported pregnancy rates following surgery are in the range of 40%, but most pregnancies occur 6-9 months following surgery, so age of the female partner needs to be a major consideratiaon. If the initial sperm count and motility are in the severe male factor category, the couple might have to consider other options.
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