Blood Flow Changes in Testicles After Varicocele Surgery
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This study measures how blood flow in the testicles improves after surgery to repair a varicocele (enlarged veins in the scrotum). Researchers use ultrasound to check if the surgery helps restore normal blood flow, which may improve fertility in men.
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Who can take part
- You are a male with difficulty getting your partner pregnant (infertility)
- You have a varicocele—enlarged veins in the scrotum that your doctor can feel during an exam (Grade I, II, or III severity)
- You have not had previous surgery or injury to your scrotum or testicles
- You do not currently have an infection in your testicles or reproductive organs
- You have never had testicular torsion (a twisted testicle—a medical emergency)
- You do not have other health conditions that affect blood flow to the testicles
Quick eligibility check
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