Abstract:Background: A reduction in testicular mass (testicular atrophy) may occur as a complication of hydrocele/hernia repair in children (herniotomy). The aim of this study was to evaluate for testicular atrophy in children who underwent herniotomy for hernia or hydrocele repair. Materials and Methods: This was a prospective study of children aged 15 years and younger who had unilateral herniotomy at the pediatric surgery unit of a teaching hospital in Enugu, Nigeria. Preoperatively and postoperatively (at least 6 m… Show more
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