Abstract:).Varicoceles have been associated with orchialgia, subfertility, hypogonadism, and testicular hypotrophy. Testicular hypotrophy (particularly in adolescents), ipsilateral testicular pain, and male factor infertility with abnormal sperm analysis and clinical varicocele are indication to treat varicoceles patients. We have reviewed the literature on pathogenesis, patient selection, vascular anatomy, treatment techniques, and outcomes. Treatment options include surgical and image-guided approaches. Varicocele em… Show more
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