Varicocele is a common pathology of the testis frequently associated with infertility. For its management, a fine morphological study of the testis, both macroscopically and microscopically, and an accurate choice of surgical procedure are mandatory. The present review focuses its attention on the anatomic substrates of adolescent varicocele and its pathophysiologic modifications.The comprehensive assessment of all the reported alterations should be considered by the clinician before deciding the type of treatment and the timing.
Morphological and Surgical Overview of Adolescent Testis Affected by Varicocele
SANTORO, Giuseppe;ROMEO, Carmelo
2013-01-01
Abstract
Varicocele is a common pathology of the testis frequently associated with infertility. For its management, a fine morphological study of the testis, both macroscopically and microscopically, and an accurate choice of surgical procedure are mandatory. The present review focuses its attention on the anatomic substrates of adolescent varicocele and its pathophysiologic modifications.The comprehensive assessment of all the reported alterations should be considered by the clinician before deciding the type of treatment and the timing.File in questo prodotto:
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