LAPAROSCOPIC PALOMO VARICOCELE LIGATION IN CHILDREN AND ADOLESCENTS: RESULTS OF 103 CASES

Abstract

LPV is a highly successful method to correct varicoceles in young males with catch-up growth similar to series using other accepted standard techniques. LPV can be performed safely and rapidly as an outpatient and allows early return to activity. As with the open Palomo technique, hydrocele is a bothersome complication that may require a second surgical procedure if correction is warranted.