{"product_id":"2940153907819","title":"Varicocele, (Scrotal Varicose Vein) A Simple Guide To The Condition, Diagnosis, Treatment And Related Conditions","description":"\u003cp\u003eA varicocele is a medical disorder that results from the abnormal dilatation of the pampiniform venous plexus and the internal spermatic vein caused by venous reflux.\u003cbr\u003eVaricocele is a well-known cause of reduced testicular function and occurs in about 15-20% of all males and in 40% of infertile males.\u003cbr\u003eA varicocele is a varicose vein of the scrotum and testicle.\u003cbr\u003eIn a varicocele, the valves in the veins of the pampiniform venous plexus do not function properly.\u003cbr\u003eVaricoceles can impair sperm production and function.\u003cbr\u003eThey are important because they are a well-recognized cause of reduced testicular function and are linked with male infertility.\u003cbr\u003eIf left untreated, varicoceles may lead to infertility.\u003cbr\u003eA varicocele forms when valves inside the veins that run along the spermatic cord prevent blood from flowing properly.\u003cbr\u003eThis causes the blood to back up resulting in widening and swelling of the veins.\u003cbr\u003eVaricoceles are more common on the left for anatomical reasons:\u003cbr\u003e1. The angle at which the left testicular vein enters the left renal vein.\u003cbr\u003e2. Inadequate effective valves between the testicular and renal veins.\u003cbr\u003e3. The increased renal vein pressure due to its compression between the superior mesenteric artery and the aorta (i.e., nutcracker effect).\u003cbr\u003eVaricoceles differ in size and can be categorized into the following 3 groups:\u003cbr\u003ea. Large - Easily identified by inspection alone\u003cbr\u003eb. Moderate - Identified by palpation without bearing down (Valsalva maneuver)\u003cbr\u003ec. Small - Identified only by bearing down which raises intra-abdominal pressure thus impeding drainage and raising varicocele size\u003cbr\u003eThey are more common in men ages 15 - 25 and are most often seen on the left side of the scrotum.\u003cbr\u003eSymptoms are:\u003cbr\u003e1. Enlarged, twisted veins in the scrotum\u003cbr\u003eIt has been described as a bag of worms.\u003cbr\u003e2. Painless testicle lump, scrotal swelling, or bulge in the scrotum\u003cbr\u003ePhysical examination is not the best method of detection\u003cbr\u003eDoppler studies is the method of choice to diagnose varicocele\u003cbr\u003eCT scans - may be required to identify tumors obstructing the testicular vein.\u003cbr\u003eInfertility is a complication of varicocele\u003cbr\u003eTreatment is by:\u003cbr\u003e1. A jock strap (scrotal support) or snug underwear may help relieve the pain or discomfort.\u003cbr\u003eIf pain persists or other symptoms happen, the patient may need further treatment.\u003cbr\u003e2. Surgery to correct a varicocele is called varicocelectomy.\u003cbr\u003eThe patient will leave the hospital on the same day as the surgery.\u003cbr\u003eDuring this procedure, the patient will receive some form of anesthesia (numbing medication).\u003cbr\u003eThe urologist will make a cut usually in the lower abdomen and ligate the abnormal veins.\u003cbr\u003eBlood will now circulate the area into normal veins.\u003cbr\u003eKeep an ice pack on the area for the first 1 day after surgery to decrease the swelling.\u003cbr\u003e3. An alternative to surgery is varicocele embolization.\u003cbr\u003eTABLE OF CONTENT\u003cbr\u003eIntroduction\u003cbr\u003eChapter 1 Varicocele\u003cbr\u003eChapter 2 Causes\u003cbr\u003eChapter 3 Symptoms\u003cbr\u003eChapter 4 Diagnosis\u003cbr\u003eChapter 5 Treatment\u003cbr\u003eChapter 6 Prognosis\u003cbr\u003eChapter 7 Infertility\u003cbr\u003eChapter 8 Male Orgasm\u003cbr\u003eEpilogue\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kenneth Kee","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47182614200560,"sku":"2940153907819","price":2.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/2940153907819_p0.jpg?v=1764058354","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/2940153907819","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}