[Role of intraoperative phlebography in the therapeutic approach of varicocele]

Personal experience of intraoperative anterograde phlebography of the internal spermatic vein is reported. The use of this technique is suggested for controlling the result of internal spermatic vein ligature in cases of type I varicocele according to Coolsaet, diagnosed by preoperative retrograde phlebography. Early data make it possible to conclude that intraoperative anterograde phlebography is a valuable aid in reducing the frequency of recurrences.