Laparoscopic varicocelectomy for infertility. An initial report from Saudi Arabia.
case_series · Level IV
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Abstract
To evaluate laparoscopic varicocelectomy for the treatment of infertility in Saudi males. Between January 1992 and July 1994, laparoscopic varicocele repair was performed at Saudi Aramco Dhahran Health Center, in 48 patients, 8 for pain and 40 for infertility. The 8 patients with pain improved postoperatively. As for those with infertility, 63% had an improved sperm count and 66% showed increased sperm motility. Thirty percent had no change in motility or count. Laparoscopic varicocelectomy is a simple and safe technique with good results and can be performed as day surgery with early return to normal activity.
Medical subject headings
- Infertility, Male
- Laparoscopy
- Varicocele