Adolescent varicocele: limited indications for treatment during puberty and adolescence
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A varicocele is defined as an abnormal dilatation of the pampiniform plexus of veins of the testis. The vast majority of children and adolescents with varicoceles have no subjective symptoms. The complete work-up of patient diagnosed with a varicocele involves a physical exam in supine and prone position with and without Valsalva, and the use of ultrasound to measure testicular volume and blood flow. Because of growth issues occurring during puberty and adolescence, serial follow-ups may be done to determine any detrimental change in testicular size and symptomatology. The main difference of an adolescent varicocele is the fact that semen parameters are unavailable and do not count for treatment strategy. In this review, the focus is made on a recent study that has evaluated the ultimate endpoint: paternity. It appears that screening and treatment of a varicocele in the adolescent period does not influence the ultimate chance of paternity.
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