Blood flow changes after varicocele repair
Part of Heart & circulation, Hormones & metabolism, Kidney & urinary clinical trials.
This study looks at how blood flow in the testicles changes after a common procedure to fix a varicocele (a swollen vein that can affect fertility). It may help doctors understand if the surgery improves blood delivery to the testicles, which could be important for sperm health.
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Who can take part
- You must be a male who is having trouble with fertility (trying to conceive without success).
- You must have a varicocele that your doctor can feel during an exam (grade I to III).
- This trial is for adults only — not for children or older adults.
- You cannot have had any previous surgery or injury to your scrotum or testicles.
- You must not have an active infection in your urinary or genital area, such as epididymo-orchitis.
- You must not have a history of testicular torsion (twisted testicle).
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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