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BRIEF SUMMARY: HYDROCELE AND CURRENT THERAPY OPTIONS

Yash Srivastav* and Akhandnath Prajapati

Goel Institute of Pharmacy & Sciences (GIPS), Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India.

Received on: 09/08/2023 ABSTRACT

Revised on: 30/08/2023
A hydrocele is a buildup of serous fluid in a body cavity. The English word
Accepted on: 21/09/2023 "hydrocele" is derived from the Greek words "hydro," which means "water," and
"kele," which means "tumour" (swelling). When transudate or watery (serous) fluid
*Corresponding Author accumulates excessively, the sac of tunica vaginalis becomes plugged. A hydrocele is
Yash Srivastav brought on by the fluid buildup in the bilayer tunica vaginalis. In both children and
Goel Institute of Pharmacy & adults, peritoneal fluid frequently accumulates because of the patent processus
Sciences (GIPS), Lucknow, vaginalis, which allows it to travel through the processus vaginalis into the scrotum
and surround the testicle. The bulk of studies on abdominal-scrotal hydrocele that
Uttar Pradesh, India.
could be found all used the same definition: an abdominal hydrocele is when the
inguinoscrotal and abdominal chambers are in contact with one another. Hydrocele,
which is characterized by a buildup of fluid in the tunica vaginalis that causes the
scrotum to expand, is one of the chronic forms in men. There are 26.79 million cases of
hydrocele worldwide, with India accounting for 48% of those cases. This review study
discusses the etiopathogenesis, pathology, aetiology, risk factors, and combined
therapy (surgery) related to hydrocele.

KEYWORDS: Hydroceles, Histology, Causes, Symptoms, Risk factors, Diagnosis

and Treatments.

INTRODUCTION of the tunica vaginalis of the testis, a hydrocele is an

abnormal collection of serous fluid. It might be inherited
A collection of serous fluid in a bodily cavity is known
or acquired. Failure of the process vaginalis to obliterate
as a hydrocele. The buildup of fluids surrounding a
leads to congenital hydrocele. The testes begin to
testicle is known as a hydrocele testis, which is the most
develop retroperitoneally in the abdomen during the third
typical type of hydrocele. It is frequently brought on by
gestational week and then proceed to descend the
fluid accumulating in the tunica vaginalis, a peritoneum-
inguinal canal into the scrotum. A fold of peritoneum
derived layer wrapped around the testicle. It disappears
from the processus vaginalis follows the testes as they
without therapy in the first year if there is no hernia.
descend towards the scrotum. The distal section of the
Although hydroceles often only affect males, a few
processus vaginalis, which normally forms the tunica
female cases have been reported in the Canal of Nuck.[1]
vaginalis, which covers the anterior, lateral, and medial
The Greek words "hydro," which means "water," and
sides of the testes, survives the destruction of the
"kele," which means "tumour" (swelling), combine to
proximal portion of the processus vaginalis. If the
form the English word "hydrocele." The sac of tunica
proximal section of the processus vaginalis is still open
vaginalis becomes clogged with an excessive buildup of
and allows unrestricted connection with the peritoneal
transudate or watery (serous) fluid. The Wuchereria
cavity, causing congenital hydrocele, the tunica vaginalis
bancrofti-caused lymphatic filariasis that it represents is
is a potential location for fluid to collect. A fluid-filled
the most frequently seen chronic clinical presentation.[2]
sac that is generally present in the scrotum and less
The fluid that accumulates in the bilayer tunica vaginalis
frequently in the external genitalia and pelvic areas is the
causes a hydrocele. Due to the patent processus
hallmark of a hydrocele. It might be a symptom of
vaginalis, which lets peritoneal fluid pass through the
certain serious underlying disorders. A patent processus
processus vaginalis into the scrotum and surrounds the
vaginalis or an imbalance of secretion and absorption
testicle, this fluid often builds up in infants and adults. [3]
inside the tunica vaginalis may be the cause of fluid
The precise moment the processus vaginalis closes on its
accumulation. A hydrocele can be divided into a number
own accord is unknown, despite the fact that the majority
of categories and can affect both sexes at any age.
of paediatric hydroceles resolve on their own during the
Although hydrocele typically causes little pain, it can
first year of life.[4] The majority of observable papers on
have negative physical and psychological effects.[3,6] It is
abdominoscrotal hydrocele (ASH) presented the same
a rare condition brought on by the processus vaginalis'
definition, stating that an abdominal hydrocele is one that
failure to shut during embryological development, which
causes the inguinoscrotal and abdominal cavities to
can result in hydrocele and inguinal hernia. [7] As a result,
communicate with one another.[5] Between the two layers

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meticulous follow-up is crucial, and the best time for  Encysted Hydrocele of the Cord
surgical intervention should be carefully assessed. The Proximal and distal sections of the processus vaginalis
patent processus vaginalis is usually tied off as a therapy are destroyed, but the middle region is left intact and
for hydrocele. However, there is debate regarding when a fluid builds up there.
surgical intervention for hydrocele should be performed.
If an associated inguinal hernia is detected, early surgical  Congenital Hydrocele
surgery is taken into account.[8] Infection, ongoing When the peritoneal cavity and processus vaginalis are
edoema, discomfort, and hematoma are all open and communicating, this happens. While peritoneal
complications. Injuries to the epididymis and/or vas fluid can travel through this connection, the
deferens may also occur in some people, which may intraabdominal contents cannot herniate through due to
reduce fertility. suggest that these operations have a 20% its small size.
overall complication rate.[9] The most typical cause of
scrotal enlargement in adult males is a hydrocele, which  Infantile Hydrocele
is an accumulation of fluid in the potential space between In this instance, the deep inguinal ring is where the
the visceral and parietal tunica vaginalis (TV). Despite processus vaginalis is destroyed. The area distal to
the fact that hydrocele is a benign illness, patients it, however, is still open and enables fluid collection.
frequently seek medical attention because of discomfort,
aesthetic issues, and restrictions on everyday activities.  Secondary Hydrocele
Sclerotherapy, endoscopic hydrocele ablation, silicone This typically results from an underlying illness, such as
catheter drainage, and surgical techniques like the an infection (filariasis, epididymal TB, syphilis), trauma
Jaboulay's operation or Lord's approach are just a few of (post-herniorrhaphy hydrocele), or cancer. With the
the minimally invasive procedures that have been widely exception of secondary hydrocele brought on by
used for treatment.[10] One of the chronic forms of in men filariasis, which can be very enormous, this form of
is hydrocele, which is characterized by an accumulation hydrocele typically has a minor size.[12]
of fluid in the tunica vaginalis that causes the scrotum to
enlarge. In the world, there are 26.79 million cases of HISTOLOGY
hydrocele, with 48% of those cases occurring in India. [11] The most common complaint of hydrocele patients is a
painless scrotal enlargement that makes the testicles
impalpable and has a positive transillumination and
fluctuation. Both supine and upright positions should be
used by the examiner to examine this edoema. The
following trio of inquiries should be made by the
supplier during the examination. Is it possible to feel the
chord while extending over the swelling? If not, this can
be a hernia or a congenital or infantile hydrocele. When
compared to a hydrocele, a hernia differs by having an
expansive cough impulse and reducibility but not by
possessing transillumination or fluctuation. the
epididymis, the testis, or both of these structures are
affected by the swelling. Both the testes and the
epididymis frequently have hydroceles that make them
Fig.1: Hydrocele-related illness.
impalpable. Does the swollen area glow. The prevalence
of primary hydrocele increases with age. A common
TYPES OF HYDROCELES
hydrocele risk factor is living in a warm climate. It grows
The two types of hydroceles are the primary and
enormously without causing any pain before the patient
secondary.
seeks medical help. With the exception of filarial
hydrocele, the secondary hydrocele is often smaller.
 Primary Hydroceles
Because the hydrocele fluid normally drains into the
At term or within 1-2 years after birth, the spermatic
peritoneum when resting flat, congenital hydrocele tends
cord's processus vaginalis merges, destroying the ability
to be intermittent. Congenital hydrocele, however, does
of the abdomen and scrotum to communicate. The tunica
not shrink when pressure is applied to it. Near the
vaginalis covers the testis, leaving the distal end exposed
spermatic cord, an encysted hydrocele feels like a
and potentially creating a gap where fluid buildup could
smooth oval bulge. It should be distinguished since it
result in the development of a hydrocele. There are four
could have an inguinal hernia-like sensation. A cyst that
forms of primary hydrocele depending on where the
develops in front of the uterus' round ligament is called a
processus vaginalis is destroyed.
hydrocele of the canal of Nuck in female patients.[7,13]
 Vaginal Hydrocele
Only around the testes does the processus vaginalis stay CAUSES
There are fundamental processes by which hydrocele can
patent, and as fluid builds up, it makes the testes
grow. via a congenitally present patent processes
impalpable.

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vaginalis, connection to the peritoneal cavity. extra fluid cause lymphatic drainage to be less than the output,
production (secondary hydrocele). fluid absorption that is resulting in the hydrocele fluid. This groundbreaking
flawed. interference, such as in filarial hydroceles, with work raises questions and should inspire additional
the lymphatic drainage of scrotal tissues. The primary research into the function of aquaporin channels and how
cause of hydrocele in children is a functioning processus they relate to hydrocele.[17] After a kidney transplant, a
vaginalis, which permits peritoneal fluid to enter the hydrocele might also happen. The most likely reason of
scrotum. The disruption of the lymphatic system is one this is a problem with the lymphatic system. explains a
of the many factors that can lead to hydrocele, and it is study that involved numerous kidney transplants and
typically the most prevalent. The postoperative difficulties with the testicles. The most frequent
complication of hydrocele is brought on by surgeries, consequence, hydrocele, was brought on by a disturbance
such as laparoscopic varicocelectomy, which can either of the lymphatic pathways along the iliac stream. Despite
fully or partially compromise testicular lymphatic the lymphatics' regular fluid release, the lymphatic
drainage. Another contributing factor to hydrocele is an disturbance adversely damaged their ability to absorb
unbalanced flow of drainage and input into the lymphatic nutrients, leading to the hydrocele.[18] A unusual form of
tissue surrounding the scrotum.[14–16] Aquaporin channels hydrocele is a rheumatic hydrocele. a 53-year-old man
may be to blame for noncommunicating hydrocele. in with brown deposits on the inside of the tunica vaginalis
connection to noncommunicating hydrocele, the underwent hydrocele repair surgery. Following a biopsy,
expression of aquaporin channels was examined. Tunica the deposits were determined to be vascular fibrous
vaginalis from hydrocele patients was examined, and the tissue with necrobiosis foci that were palisaded
results were compared to a control group of males macrophages. This is a sign of a tissue response similar
without hydrocele. Aquaporin channels 1 and 3 were to rheumatoid arthritis. The development of hydrocele in
discovered using Western blot analysis. The creation of this patient may have been caused by an immunological
hydroceles may be related to abnormalities with reaction to the tunica vaginalis.[19] Wuchereria bancrofti,
aquaporin channels, which control water flow across the which infects 120 million people worldwide in more than
plasma membrane. The research found that patients with 73 countries, is the primary cause of filariasis in
hydrocele had an overexpression of aquaporin channel adults.[20] This is not the case in the United States, where
one in the tunica vaginalis. Increased fluid output from iatrogenic reasons (such as trauma or complications
capillaries with overexpressed aquaporin channel 1 may following herniorrhaphy) are more common.[21]

Fig.2: Some Hydrocele-Related Causes.

SYMPTOMS AND COMPLICATIONS on its own. A quick solution is required. Hydrocele may
One or both testicles can swell hydrocele, which is occasionally be cured as a result of fluid absorption
painless. Adults may have weight in their scrotum due to through dartos. Hematocele can develop suddenly or as
the swelling. Generally speaking, discomfort worsens as a result of trauma. The traumatic hematocele causes
swelling does. The swelled area may occasionally be quick onset pain and a rise in hydrocele swelling, which
smaller in the morning and larger in the afternoon. causes the hydrocele to lose its translucency. Gradually,
Infection, Pyocele, Haematocele, Testicular atrophy, there is spontaneous bleeding into the hydrocele sac.
Infertility (caused by the cessation of spermatogenesis as When the blood clots, the hydrocele transforms into an
a result of increasing strain on the testis' blood supply old, clotted hematocele that might be difficult to
from edoema), Rupture, hydrocele hernia (rare).[22-24] A distinguish from testicular cancer. Urgent treatment is
hydrocele may burst after a small injury or occasionally necessary for acute hematocele. The typical treatment for

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an old clotted hematocele is orchiectomy. Pyocele is tunica are brought on by recurrent bouts of filariasis, and
characterized by pain, a fever that may be accompanied over time, these changes may lead to calcification.
by rigour, redness, and a sudden enlargement of the Severe azoospermia and sterility may develop from the
scrotal bulge. It is the outcome of secondary infection of testis, epididymis, and vas being calcified in an old-
hydrocele. Antibiotics and drainage are used in the standing filarial hydrocele.[25]
therapy. Calcification - Fibrosis and thickening of the

Fig.3: Hydrocele: Symptoms and Complications.

RISK FACTORS appear to have a direct impact on future fertility. But the
Babies who are delivered prematurely—more than three testes are dramatically changed when certain related
weeks before their due dates—are more likely to develop pathological symptoms are present. Compared to
a hydrocele. The following are risk factors for hydrocele patients without accompanying disease,
developing a hydrocele later in life: The scrotum may be children with hydrocele and pathological signs are much
painful or inflamed. infection, particularly one that is older.[12,26]
sexually transmitted. On its own, hydrocele does not

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Fig.4: Risk factors for hydrocele.

ETIOPATHOGENESIS AND PATHOLOGY the majority of hydroceles do not have microfilariae.[29,30]

The tunica vaginalis usually has a thin layer of serous T. Vaginalis It exhibits symptoms of ongoing
fluid (capillary fluid). It is produced by the serous tunica inflammation and may include cholesterol plaques that
surfaces and reabsorbed by the spermatic cord's are yellow. In a persistent case, it can have significantly
lymphatic and venous systems. As a result, the creation thickened. It might have calcified remnants of adult
and reabsorption of tunica vaginalis fluid are in a filarial worms and be calcified in some areas. In
dynamic equilibrium[27] Inguinal lymphatics and the idiopathic hydrocele, tunica calcification is quite
epididymis are frequently home to filarial worms, which uncommon. Microscopically, it exhibits follicular and
cause inflammation and adenolymphatic blockage. perivascular lymphoid cells, lymphatic dilatation,
Adenolymphatic blockage and fluid transudation in the interstitial edoema, and chronic inflammatory alterations.
tunica are caused by an excessive amount of fluid being Epididymis It could be normal or enlarged as a result of
produced as a result of frequent bouts of filarial interstitial fibrosis, chronic inflammation, and lymphatic
epididymitis or funiculitis. Damage to the tunica's dilatation. There might be leftover filarial worms.
endothelium and obstruction of the lymphatics in the Testicle this organ may be healthy or have alterations
spermatic cord and inguinal area interfere with fluid resembling those in the epididymis. Modifications might
absorption and drainage; lymphatic obstruction appears be seen in the seminiferous tubules. The tunica albuginea
to be the main culprit. Rarely, a spermatic cord lymph has thickened, and it may have many adhesions and a
varix may rupture into the scrotal sac, causing persistent infiltration of inflammatory cells. Testicular
lymphocele, one type of hydrocele. Given that atrophy may occasionally be observed in cases when the
hydroceles are still prevalent in Leogane, Haiti, despite intrascrotal pressure has been chronically elevated. Other
the successful eradication of filariasis with a mass drug Modifications Increasing scrotum weight may cause
administration programme, persistent processus vaginalis compensatory hypertrophy of the cremaster muscle.
may play a role in the pathogenesis of hydrocele.[28] Although it becomes functionally weak, the dartos
Fluid Although the volume increase is variable, it does muscle grows larger and the scrotum's skin loses its
occur. The fluid is similar to idiopathic hydrocele in early flexibility.[31]
hydrocele. Its specific gravity is between 1022 and 1024,
and it is clear and amber in colour (like urine). 6% CLINICAL HALLMARKS
albumin, fibrinogen, inorganic salts, and leukocytes are Over 80% of hydroceles are brought on by a filarial
absent. The liquid does not clot on its own, but if it is infection, which is common in lymphatic filariasis. In a
combined with even a tiny amount of blood, fibrinogen patient from an endemic area, a hydrocele that is
is converted into fibrin, causing the fluid to coagulate to accompanied by scrotal lymphangiectasis or cord
create a gel. A late hydrocele's fluid is high in cholesterol nodules is strongly suggestive of a filarial aetiology. It
and includes an average of 5.7 g % protein. The fluid has been noted that microfilaremia and the filarial
from a hydrocele may contain microfilariae for the first density in a population enhance the incidence of
time. However, unless tainted by blood during aspiration, hydrocele in that population. It frequently happens after

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one or more episodes of epididymo-orchitis. Early acute supine and upright because, depending on the patient's
hydrocele caused by a first filariasis infection may position, hydrocele has a propensity to reduce into the
experience spontaneous or full resolution of the edoema. abdomen. Duplex ultrasound: It gives details about
The majority of patients do not, however, have a history testicular blood flow, which is diminished or nonexistent
of filariasis. Although it can happen at any age, from in hydroceles brought on by testicular torsions. The
infancy to old age, adults are more likely to experience epididymal flow would be enhanced in the event of
it. The patient typically exhibits an insidiously hydroceles owing to epididymitis, though. Additionally,
developing unilateral, frequently painless scrotal duplex tests aid in locating the varicoceles' Valsalva-
enlargement. With the burial of the penis in the front wall augmented regurgitant flow. Abdominal plain
of the scrotum, it may grow gradually and eventually radiography: One may notice gas covering the groyne in
reach a huge size. It is not unusual to have a bilateral an inguinal hernia that is incarcerated.[12,35] Eosinophilia
hydrocele that has varying diameters on the two sides.[31– may be visible in blood. The fluid from a hydrocele may
33]
Except in cases of congenital hydrocele and contain microfilariae even if microfilaremia is typically
abdominoscrotal swelling, the highest limit of swelling is absent. The scrotal puncture should be avoided,
achievable. It is translucent, non-tende, fluctuant, and nevertheless, due to the risk of secondary infection. In
smooth. Translucency may be lost in long-standing most cases, the immunological tests for filariasis are
hydroceles as a result of increased tunica thickness or positive. A testicular tumour with a subsequent
calcification, or it may become more murky due to the hydrocele, for example, can be detected with
presence of chylocele, hematocele, or pyocele. The testis ultrasonography, which also provides information about
is felt in little hydrocele even if fluid surrounds it on all the status of the testis. Also possible is a CT scan. A
sides, but it is not palpable in massive hydrocele. In hydrocele fluid immunologic analysis - Fluid from a
bilateral hydrocele, the penis is in the centre, while in hydrocele can be identified equally sensitively for both
unilateral hydrocele, it may deviate to the opposite side. filaria-related antigens (Og4C3 test) and antibodies
It may be hidden in the anterior scrotum wall and be a present in serum (ELISA). This test can therefore be used
big hydrocele. A little hydrocele has no negative social or as a substitute in the immunodiagnosis of the filarial
economic effects, whereas a large hydrocele could have aetiology of hydrocele and to track the filaria elimination
major socioeconomic effects. research in a few villages. programme.[36]
indicated that hydrocele has a detrimental impact on
sexual activity, work performance, and the fear of being HYDROCELE TREATMENTS THAT ARE
teased in public.[2,34] AVAILABLE
The preferred course of treatment for hydrocele is
HYDROCELE DIAGNOSIS surgery, which is indicated when the condition worsens
These are intended to rule out any potential further or manifests symptoms. If congenital hydroceles do not
surgical or medical conditions in the differential resolve on their own, a herniotomy is performed.
diagnosis. Laboratory testing are typically not necessary Contrarily, acquired hydroceles go away after the main
for inguinal hernias, however leukocytosis can help underlying problem is treated. There are two typical
differentiate them from hydrocele in cases where they are surgical methods for hydrocelectomy. Typically, a big
incarcerated, which can mimic hydrocele. An inguinal hydrocele necessitates surgery; the following are the
hernia is more likely to be the cause of negative indications: interference with employment, sexual
transillumination and palpable bowel at the deep ring on activity, and/or urination since a big hydrocele may bury
the digital examination. Testicular Tumour: If malignant the penis in the scrotum. hydrocele symptoms, including
teratomas or other germ cell tumours are suspected, dragging pain and heaviness, Applicants for public
serum alpha-fetoprotein and human chorionic service who are medically ineligible.[25]
gonadotropin (HCG) levels should be checked. Orchitis
and epididymitis can result in secondary or reactive  Both eversion and excision
hydroceles. Urinalysis and urine culture may be helpful This method works well for chyloceles and big
in certain situations. Imaging diagnosis- These are useful hydroceles with thick walls. The testes are then placed in
for identifying and assessing hydrocele. Additionally, a freshly generated pocket between the fascial layers of
they can check for hidden conditions like epididymitis, the scrotum after the tunica vaginalis is subtotally
testicular torsion, or testicular tumour. Ultrasonography: excised and the sac behind them is everted (Jaboulay
Because it provides good detail of the testicular operation). It is especially important to avoid harming
parenchyma, scrotal discomfort or the inability to define the ductus deferens, testicular veins, or the epididymis.
the testicular anatomy on touch are indications for
ultrasonography. An region that is anechoic or echolucent  Plication
around the testis is a sign of hydrocele during an Thin-walled hydroceles are a good candidate for this
ultrasonography examination. The size and description of procedure. The risk of hematocele or infection is
the hydrocele may be improved with the use of considerably decreased because there is less dissection.
ultrasonography. Ultrasonography makes it simple to By using a sequence of numerous interrupted chromic
identify between spermatoceles, testicular tumours, and catgut sutures, the tunica is bundled into a ruff during
testicular atrophy. The patient should be evaluated both

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lord plication so that the sac can develop fibrous sac eversion. The tunica of the upper pole may escape
tissue.[37] eversion if a massive hydrocele is operated on with a
relatively tiny incision created further down, which could
 Aspiration happen if the eversion is not performed properly.[39,41,42]
Another treatment option for hydrocele is aspiration,
particularly for those who cannot endure surgery.  Lord’s Operation
However, within a week or so, hydrocele fluid almost The early thin-walled hydroceles are an indication for
invariably starts to recur.[9] Additionally, there is a this procedure. The goal of surgery is to minimise the
substantial risk of infection and hematocele following region of secretion without leaving any room for blood to
aspiration. It has been demonstrated that aspiration pool in the scrotum. Just enough of a scrotal incision is
followed by an injection of a sclerosant (tetracycline or made to deliver the testis out. Without considerable
doxycycline) is successful but uncomfortable.[38] dissection of the dartos layer, the tunica's parietal layer,
which is distinguished by its bluish tint, is opened and
 Anaesthesia exposed. The testis is extracted while the cut ends of the
Surgery is typically performed under local anaesthesia tunica are being gripped with Allis forceps. With a 1-cm
with lignocaine (1%)injected into the spermatic cord gap between each pass, interrupted 2/0 or 3/0 absorbable
before being administered to the site of the incision. sutures are used to plicate the everted tunica
Furthermore, spinal, epidural, and general anaesthesia circumferentially. The sac constricts (like an accordion)
are all options for treating hydrocele. The choice of around the testis and epididymis like the rim of a bicycle
anaesthesia depends on the preferences of the surgeon whee as the sutures are fastened. The tunica's secretory
and the patient as well as the facilities available. Surgical area is reduced. It is impossible to do this procedure
techniques include the Lord's surgery, sac eversion, and inside of a huge, thick-walled hydrocele.[25]
sac excision. Prior to surgery, it is essential to guarantee
that all bacterial, fungal, and superficial skin  Sclerotherapy
inflammation is completely under control. A full body Patients with symptoms who pose a high risk for surgery
bath and twice-daily scrotal cleaning with soap and water may undergo it. A sclerosant, such as tetracycline, is
for three days assure hygiene. The rate of operational administered into the hydrocele sac after the hydrocele is
wound infection must be decreased. Correct sucked dry via a needle puncture in order to stop the
investigations must rule out diabetes mellitus. If it is, it fluid from re-accumulating. This procedure has
must be completely under control before operation.[33,39– unpredictable outcomes and is excruciatingly unpleasant.
41]
Three treatment sessions are often necessary. It
frequently recurs and has problems, some of which
 Eversion of sac include infection and testicular loss. Polidocanol, sodium
The superfluous tunica is removed when the testis is tetradecyl sulphate, and phenol are some more
delivered, leaving a tiny cuff along the posterior edge of sclerosants that can be applied. Sclerotherapy is not a
the testis. In order to control bleeding and prevent cord suitable treatment for young, otherwise healthy males
strangulation, the cut edges of the tunica are everted and due to a number of issues.[43]
sewn together behind the epididymis. The junctional
region of the testis and the lower end of the cord  Additional treatment methods
resembles the neck of a bottle after eversion is complete.  Acute hydrocele is a tiny, transient hydrocele that
Thus, it is referred to as a "bottle operation." Now, some may go away on its own or as a result of treatment
medical professionals advise using one or two with doxycycline and/or diethylcarbamazine.[44]
interrupted sutures rather than a continuous suture to  According to information from Papua New Guinea,
avoid blood clotting between the epididymis and everted the annual mass drug administration (MDA) of the
tunica. The deadly complication of postoperative WHO, which consists of one dosage of albendazole-
hematoma should be avoided at all costs. The purpose of diethylcarbamazine or albendazole-ivermectin, may
this treatment is to expose the tunica's secreting surface lower the incidence of hydrocele.[45,46]
to the outside scrotal wall layers, including the dartos,
which absorb all of the exposed tunica's secretion.
Because of the following factors, it is preferable to avoid
this procedure when a patient has a filarial hydrocele.
The everted tunica creates a substantial swelling behind
the testis in hydrocele greater than a tennis ball. Filarial
hydrocele's tunica exhibits abnormalities. Therefore, it is
preferable to remove it. Elephantiasis of the scrotum or
lymph scrotum, the latter of which is a bothersome
consequence, may develop if it is ignored. However,
there are not enough reports of these problems to prevent

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Table.1: Current status of clinical trials on Hydrocele.

Allocation/In
Mode of
Enroll tervention Stat Clinical
Drug administratio Disease Official Title of the study Year
ment model/Maski us trial
n
ng
Randomized/
Lord´s Procedure Versus
Lord´s Parallel
Sclerotherapy NCT02
procedure/ Sc Interventional Hydrocele 200 Assignment/ NA 2016
for Testicular Hydrocele; a 082613
lerotherapy None (Open
Randomized Controlled Study.
Label)
Questionnaire
s/ Hormonal Quality of Life Among Testicular NCT02
Observational Hydrocele 330 Case-Control NA 2017
Function Cancer Survivors 304575
measurement
Bupivacaine
Randomized/ A Randomized Trial Evaluating
Hydrochlorid
Parallel Use of Long-Acting Liposomal
e/ Exparel
Assignment/S Bupivacaine (Exparel) in Reducing Phas NCT04
133 Interventional Hydrocele 104 2023
ingle (Partici Narcotic Pain Requirements in e-3 826484
miligrams per
pant) Pediatric Patients Undergoing
10 milliliter
Minor Urologic Procedures
injection
Injection of
Randomized/
0,4 ml/kg of Volume or Concentration for the
Parallel
0,1% Transverse Abdominal Plane Block NCT02
Interventional Hydrocele 70 Assignment/S NA 2014
lévobupivacai in Children Aged 1-5 Years: 064088
ingle (Partici
ne for high Analgesic Effects and Safety
pant)
volume group
USG-guided
Randomized/ "Comparison of Analgesic Effects
Caudal
Parallel of USG-Guided Caudal Versus
block/ USG-
Assignment/ Ilioinguinal/Iliohypogastric Nerve NCT05
guided Interventional Hydrocele 128 NA 2022
Double (Parti Block Techniques for Inguinal 558748
Ilioinguinal/Il
cipantOutcom Surgeries in Children, a
iohypogastric
es Assessor) Randomized Controlled Trial."
block
Randomized/ Comparison of Analgesic
Parallel Efficiency in Laparoscopic
Assignment/ Percutaneous Extraperitoneal
Quadruple (P Closure for Pediatric Inguinal
Bupivacaine Interventional NCT04
Hydrocele 50 articipantCare Hernia and Hydrocele Provided by NA 2021
hydrochloride 998071
ProviderInves Ultrasound Guided Posterior
tigatorOutco Quadratus Lumborum Block Using
mes Between 0.125% and 0.25%
Assessor) Bupivacaine
Infants with
Natural History of Infants With NCT03
PPV/ Infants Observational Hydrocele 1000 Cohort NA 2023
Patent Processus Vaginalis 042858
without PPV
Evaluating Patient Tolerability and
Success for Penile and Scrotal
Conscious NCT05
Observational Hydrocele 150 Cohort Urologic Procedures Under NA 2022
sedation 617261
Conscious Sedation: A Prospective
Study
Randomized/
Parallel
Assignment/ Assessing the Effectiveness of
Ibuprofen/Mo Quadruple (P Ibuprofen Compared to Morphine
NCT02
rphine Interventional Hydrocele 100 articipantCare as a Pediatric Postoperative Pain NA 2023
603848
ProviderInves Management Tool Following
tigatorOutco Inguinal Surgery (AIMS)
mes
Assessor)

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Randomized/
without dye Parallel Dye Assisted Lymphatic Sparing
Phas NCT01
varicocelecto Interventional Hydrocele 80 Assignment/S Varicocelectomy,Prospective 2010
e- 259258
my ingle (Partici Randomized Study
pant)
Assessing Post-operative Rates of
Randomized/ Recurrence, Hydrocele and
Inguinal and Parallel Testicular Atrophy in Patients
Subinguinal Assignment/ Operated With a New Approach of NCT02
Interventional Hydrocele 570 NA 2015
varicocelecto None (Open Varicocelectomy Named 092311
my Label) Combined Mini-incision
Microscopic Varicocelectomy
(CMMV)
Randomized/
A Comparison of Preoperative and
Parallel
Postoperative Testicular Volume
Color Assignment/S
Interventional and Blood Flow in Patients With NCT03
Doppler Hydrocele 23 ingle (Outco NA 2017
Inguinal Hernia, Hydrocele, and 033381
Ultrasound mes
Cord Cyst: A Prospective Cohort
Assessor)
Study
Randomized/
Parallel Opioid Use, Storage, and Disposal
NCT03
Disposal Aid Interventional Hydrocele 202 Assignment/ Among Pediatric Patients After NA 2019
575377
None (Open Surgery
Label)
Picture Randomized/
book/ Standar Parallel
Visual Guidelines and Tutoring in NCT02
d Interventional Hydrocele 120 Assignment/ NA 2016
Pediatric Urological Surgery 040389
preoperative None (Open
education Label)
Randomized/
Interactive
Parallel
Perioperative Interactive Perioperative Teaching NCT03
Interventional Hydrocele 151 Assignment/ NA 2021
Teaching Platform (IPTP) 677453
None (Open
Platform
Label)
Outcomes of Intra-Cytoplasmic
NCT03
ICSI Observational Hydrocele 60 Case-Control Sperm Injection in Infertile Men NA 2018
532386
With Non-tense Vaginal Hydrocele
Enhanced Recovery After Surgery
Observational
in Pediatric Surgery in Jordan: A NCT04
study, non- Observational Hydrocele 178 Cohort NA 2015
Retrospective Cohort Study in a 870242
interventional
Tertiary University Hospital
Randomized/ The Efficacy of Transverse
TAP
Parallel Abdominis Plane (TAP) Block in
block/ Local NCT01
Interventional Hydrocele 50 Assignment/S Children Undergoing NA 2017
Infiltration 698268
ingle (Partici Hydrocelectomy and/or Hernia
pant) Repair
Randomized/
Parallel
Assignment/
The Addition of Clonidine to 0.2%
Quadruple (P
Interventional Ropivacaine for Wound Instillation Phas NCT00
clonidine Hydrocele 120 articipantCare 2015
After Minor Lower Abdominal e-2 130091
ProviderInves
Surgery in Children
tigatorOutco
mes
Assessor)
Randomized/ Determine the Efficacy of Closed
Hydrocelecto Parallel Suction Drain After NCT04
Interventional Hydrocele 100 NA 2023
my surgery Assignment/ Hydrocelectomy in 653402
None (Open Primary Vaginal Hydrocele: An

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Label) Open-label Randomised Controlled

Trial (END Trial)
A Material Cost-Minimization
Analysis for Hernia Repairs and
NCT01
NA Observational Hydrocele 110 Cohort Minor Procedures During a NA 2013
872364
Surgical Mission in the Dominican
Republic
N/A/Single
Group The Use of Ligasure (r) for Cutting
Interventional NCT04
Ligasure Hydrocele 61 Assignment/ and Coagulations of Tissues in NA 2020
406077
None (Open Hydrocelectomy Surgery
Label)

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