Male Varicocoeles
A varicocele is an enlarged vein in a male’s scrotum with abnormal blood flow that may cause pain, swelling or infertility. Varicocele embolization uses imaging guidance and a catheter (long, thin, hollow plastic tube) to place tiny coils and/or a liquid substance in a blood vessel to divert blood flow away from a varicocele. It is less invasive than conventional surgery, can safely relieve pain and swelling, and may improve sperm quality.
