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Hydrocelectomy complications in the US occur in 13% of patients, with most happening within 30 days. Close follow-up is recommended for individuals with hypertension, diabetes, or coagulation defects to monitor for adverse events.

Keywords:
TriNetXhydrocelepostoperative complicationsreadmissionrisk factorssurgical outcomes

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  • Urology
  • Surgical Outcomes
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Hydrocelectomy is the standard surgical treatment for hydrocele.
  • Previous European studies reported complication rates between 16% and 25%.
  • US-specific complication rates following hydrocelectomy have not been well-documented.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess postoperative complication, emergency department visit, readmission, and reoperation rates after hydrocelectomy in the United States.
  • To identify risk factors associated with hydrocelectomy complications.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective cohort study of 27,418 patients undergoing hydrocelectomy in the US (2004-2024).
  • Data sourced from the TriNetX US Network using ICD-10 and CPT codes.
  • Exclusion criteria included age <18, testicular neoplasm, and orchiectomy.

Main Results:

  • The overall complication rate within 90 days was 13%.
  • Rates included: 6.7% emergency department visits, 5.6% surgical complications, 2.6% readmissions, and 2.6% reoperations.
  • Complications were higher in older patients and those with hypertension, diabetes, and coagulation defects.

Conclusions:

  • The US complication rate for hydrocelectomy is 13%, with 9% occurring within the first 30 days.
  • A 2.8% risk of surgical intervention was observed within 90 days.
  • Close monitoring post-surgery is advised, particularly for high-risk patient groups.