Hydrocelectomy (Joubley’s)
Objective
In case of:
• Hydrocele
• Excision of a portion of the tunica vaginalis testis with evacuation of fluid contained.
Position
Supine (legs apart).
Anesthesia
Spinal or general.
Procedure
1. A scrotal approach is employed.
2. The hydrocele fluid is aspirated through a small incision or with a needle and syringe.
3. Excessive sac wall is excised or may be wrapped around and sutured behind the epididymis.
4. If a hernia is present it is repaired.
5. The incision is closed.
Instruments
• General set (adult)
• Electrosurgical unit.
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