Sclerotherapy of idiopatic hydrocele with polidocanol: A study about 190 cases
Keywords:
Hydrocele, Sclerotherapy, Polidocanol, ComplicationAbstract
Aim: To evaluate the efficacy and side-effects of Polidocanol used as sclerosing agent for testicular hydrocele.
Methods: One hundred and ninety men, with a median age of 55,9 years (40-89), treated for idiopatic hydrocele were assessed. After puncture and aspiration, the empty sac was instilled with 3% Polidocanol. We recorded recurrence, complications and associated pain on a visual analogue scale.
Results: With a median follow-up of 19 months, The cure rate of hydroceles after one sclerotherapy session was 62,1%, and the overall cure rate using the procedure was 82,6%. Re-instillation was done for recurrences in 41% of patients. Polidocanol therapy was almost pain-free. A low rate of complications was observed.
Conclusion: Polidocanol is a useful sclerosing agent for treating testicular hydrocele. Due to its ease of administration, low frequency of complications, high rate of effectiveness, and excellent tolerability; we recommend sclerotherapy with polidocanol as the primary treatment for hydroceles.
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