VARICOCELE: A MULTIDISCIPLINARY APPROACH IN CHILDREN AND ADOLESCENTS

Abstract

Percutaneous sclero-embolization is a minimally invasive treatment of varicocele that is feasible in children and adolescents. Most patients prefer this therapy, although it is not as safe as surgery. When open surgery is required, complete ligation of the whole vascular pedicle above the vas deferens offers excellent success.