Hydrocele
Short Answer
Definition
Collection of fluid withi the sac formed by the tunica vaginalis of the testis
Hydrocele reof the spermatic cord known
Straw colored thin fluid
Diagnosis
Differentiated from hernia by transillumination
Acute or Chronic
Causes
acute infection of epididymis
local injury
Filariasis
Unknown cause - idiopathic
Tretment
given if symptomatic or large
Surgery : Eversion sac, Lord's procedure
Post operative complication : hematoma
Post operatively pt has wear a supporting inner garment for a few months
