Embolization for varicocele
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This study tests a minimally invasive procedure to treat varicocele, which is an enlargement of veins in the scrotum that can cause pain or affect fertility. The procedure blocks the abnormal veins to improve symptoms and potentially fertility.
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Who can take part
- You are male and between 16 and 60 years old.
- You have a varicocele that can be felt (grade II or III) or one seen only on imaging that is linked to abnormal semen analysis.
- You have had a varicocele that came back after surgery.
- You have scrotal pain, shrinking testicle, or infertility that is thought to be due to the varicocele.
- You are willing to join the study and sign a consent form.
Quick eligibility check
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