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varicocele (surgical and medical management (varicocele repair, open…
varicocele
surgical and medical management
varicocele repair
open surgery
laparoscopic surgery
percutaneous embolization
prescribe analgesic
assessment and common findings
it feels like a mass of tortuous veins above and posterior to the testicles
vary from sharp to dull discomfort
be relieved when you lie on your back
worsen over the course of a day
increase with standing or physical exertion, especial over long periods
cause and risk factors
not specific known
being taller is suggested to increase the risk
overweight may reduce the risk
age, usually during puberty
pathophysiology
the valves inside the veins in the cord prevent your bllod from flowing properly
the resulting backup causes the veins to widen or dilate
may result in the damage to testicle and result in worsened fertility
a right-handed varicocele feels like a mass of tumours and retroperitoneal fibrosis
nursing management
physical examination to confirm
give analgesic in case of pain
give emotional support
bed red
health education
wear an athletic supporter
take painkillers as prescribed
report changes in pain
defination
a dilation and varicosity of the pampiniform within the scrotum
enlargement of veins within the scrotum