Pediatric hydrocele is an abnormal accumulation of fluid in the scrotal sac between the layers of tunica vaginalis. It is either congenital or acquired. Treatment Surgery is the choice of treatment for hydroceles. The options are as follows: 1. Herniotomy Congenital hydroceles which do not resolve spontaneously require herniotomy. The procedure involves the ligation and excision of patent processus vaginalis. 2. Hydrocelectomy Hydrocelectomy is a  Read More

Pediatric hydrocele is an abnormal collection of fluid, in the scrotal sac in male children. A scrotal sac is a bag-like structure that contains testicles. Commonly hydroceles are asymptomatic. However, in severe cases, it may cause discomfort or pain. Pediatric hydroceles are either congenital or acquired. Congenital hydroceles are those caused by abnormal developments during the fetal stage of life. During the third week of pregnancy, a membran  Read More