[Idiopathic varicocele in children].

Area of Science:

• Pediatric Surgery
• Urology
• Reproductive Medicine

Context:

• Left-sided idiopathic varicocele affects pediatric patients.
• Varicocele can lead to testicular damage and impact fertility.
• Surgical intervention is a common treatment modality.

Purpose:

• To evaluate the outcomes of high ligature of the spermatic vein in children with left-sided idiopathic varicocele.
• To assess the histological impact of varicocele on testicular tissue in pediatric patients.
• To determine the optimal timing for varicocele surgery to preserve fertility.

Summary:

• Ten children underwent high ligature of the spermatic vein for left-sided idiopathic varicocele.
• All patients experienced favorable outcomes post-surgery.
• Testicular biopsy revealed variable degrees of histological damage, highlighting the importance of early intervention.

Impact:

• Early surgical correction of idiopathic varicocele in childhood can prevent subfertility and infertility in adulthood.
• High ligature of the spermatic vein is an effective treatment for pediatric varicocele.
• Histological assessment underscores the long-term consequences of untreated varicocele.