Hydrocele
Hydrocele is a collection of fluid causing swelling around the testicle. If the connection between their abdomen and scrotum remains open the fluid can collect and cause discomfort and swelling.
A Hydrocele repair often is performed through a cut in the groin and the connection is tied off to stop the movement of fluid.
The procedure will be performed whilst your child is under a general anaesthetic, it is performed as a day case and your child will be able to go home once they have met the discharge criteria.
We appreciate that preparing yourselves and your child for surgery can be worrisome, therefore we have included some online information for you to refer to in your own time: