A Mini Review on Hydrocele: The Most Common Scrotal Problem

Abnormal collection of serous fluid between the visceral and parietal layers of the tunica vaginalis is termed as hydrocele. It is the commonest reason for painless scrotal swelling and affects about 1% of men, mostly above forty years of age, and 4.7% neonates. Normally it is idiopathic in origin, yet infection, variococelectomy, inguinal surgery, a patent processus vaginalis and trauma are linked with its consequent expansion. Surgical removal of hydrocele is still considered as the gold standard of care. Cases have been reported with high success rates, 85%-96%, after using aspiration and sclerotherapy in combination. This article reviews some aspect of treatment and complication of Hydrocele.