Patient's question:
Varicocele on the left side is 3.6, and on the right side is 2.5. I have taken a lot of traditional Chinese medicine, but the effect is not obvious. My main symptoms are a heavy sensation in the groin. Now I want to consider surgery.I heard there are microscopic high ligation and microscopic low ligation. I don’t know which ligation method is more thorough and less likely to be missed?
Doctor's answer:
The typical symptoms of varicocele should be palpable swollen vein clusters in the scrotum. This varicocele is caused by poor venous return of the spermatic vein. Therefore, after ligating the spermatic vein, venous blood will not reflux back to the scrotum, and the varicocele will gradually disappear. High ligation is preferred because there are fewer venous branches, making it less likely to miss the ligation.I believe everyone knows that varicocele can cause significant harm to patients, so it's important to seek treatment as soon as possible. In daily life, attention should be paid to dietary issues—opt for a light diet and avoid foods. Additionally, regular follow-up visits may be necessary when needed.