Spermatocelectomy

Spermatocelectomy (pronounced: sper-ma-toe-se-lec-toe-me) is a surgical procedure performed to remove a spermatocele, a cystic growth that develops in the epididymis, a coiled tube located on the back of each testicle.

Etymology

The term "spermatocelectomy" is derived from the Greek words "sperma" meaning seed, "kele" meaning tumor, and "ektome" meaning excision. Thus, it literally translates to "excision of a sperm-filled tumor".

Procedure

During a spermatocelectomy, the patient is typically placed under general or spinal anesthesia. The surgeon makes an incision in the scrotum and carefully separates the spermatocele from the epididymis. The spermatocele is then removed, and the incision is closed with stitches.

Related Terms

Spermatocele: A benign cystic accumulation of sperm that arises from the head of the epididymis.
Epididymis: A coiled tube at the back of each testicle that stores and carries sperm.
Scrotum: The pouch of skin that contains the testicles.
Anesthesia: A state of controlled, temporary loss of sensation or awareness induced for medical purposes.

Risks and Complications

As with any surgical procedure, spermatocelectomy carries potential risks and complications. These may include infection, bleeding, pain, and damage to the epididymis or testicle. In rare cases, the procedure may lead to infertility.

External links

Medical encyclopedia article on Spermatocelectomy
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