Hydrocele Surgery Treatment in Turkey
About Hydrocele Surgery
Key Highlights
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Definitive treatment that permanently resolves the fluid accumulation.Minimally invasive surgical techniques often lead to smaller incisions and less scarring.Performed as outpatient/day-care surgery, allowing you to return home the same day.High success rate with a low recurrence of the hydrocele.Relieves discomfort, heaviness, and the visible swelling in the scrotum.Restores normal testicular anatomy and can improve self-confidence./ul
Who is this surgery for?
- Large, symptomatic hydrocele causing significant pain, discomfort, or heaviness.
- Hydrocele that is progressively increasing in size.
- Cosmetic concerns due to noticeable scrotal swelling.
- Diagnostic uncertainty where the swelling might be confused with other conditions like a hernia or tumor.
- Secondary hydrocele resulting from infection, injury, or testicular inflammation (epididymo-orchitis).
- Hydrocele in children that does not resolve on its own by age 1-2 years.
How to prepare
- Complete a pre-operative medical evaluation, which may include blood tests and an ECG.
- Inform your urologist about all medications, especially blood thinners like aspirin or warfarin.
- Follow fasting instructions (typically no food or drink for 6-8 hours before surgery).
- Arrange for someone to drive you home after the procedure as you will not be able to drive.
- Shower with an antibacterial soap the night before or morning of surgery.
- Wear loose, comfortable clothing to the hospital or surgical center.
Risks & possible complications
- Bleeding or formation of a hematoma (blood clot) in the scrotum.
- Infection at the incision site.
- Recurrence of the hydrocele.
- Injury to nearby structures like the spermatic cord, epididymis, or testicle.
- Persistent swelling or pain in the scrotum.
- Adverse reactions to anesthesia.
- Rarely, reduced fertility if structures are damaged (more common with complex or secondary hydroceles).
Recovery & hospital stay
- Rest and limit physical activity for the first 2-3 days. Avoid heavy lifting and strenuous exercise for 2-4 weeks.
- Apply ice packs to the scrotal area for 20-minute intervals to reduce swelling and discomfort.
- Wear a scrotal support (athletic supporter) or snug underwear for comfort and to minimize swelling.
- Keep the incision area clean and dry. Follow your surgeon's instructions on showering and wound care.
- Take prescribed pain medications as directed to manage post-operative pain.
- Attend all follow-up appointments with your urologist to monitor healing.
- Contact your doctor immediately if you experience fever, increased redness, severe pain, or excessive drainage from the incision.
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Typical hospital stay:
0-1 days (Typically outpatient)
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Expected recovery time:
2-4 weeks for full activity
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering hydrocele surgery in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for hydrocele surgery in Turkey include Liv Hospital Ankara, Istinye Üniversitesi Hastanesi Liv, VM Medical Park Pendik Hastanesi, Medical Park Florya, Medical Park Bahçelievler, Medical Park Bahçelievler, known for experienced specialists and advanced surgical infrastructure.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform hydrocele surgery. MediFyr helps you compare urologists and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for hydrocele surgery compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for Hydrocele Surgery in Turkey
These partner hospitals in Turkey have dedicated urology teams and experience managing patients undergoing hydrocele surgery.
Instabul, Turkey
140 Doctors
Anika Mehta, a 28-year-old software engineer,...
Anika Mehta, a 28-year-old software engineer, first noticed a painless swelling in her right scrotum six months ago. Initially dismissing it as a minor strain from her new cycling routine, the swelling persisted and gradually increased in size. It became uncomfortable during long workdays at her desk and caused a noticeable, asymmetrical bulge in her fitted clothing, which made her self-conscious. Her primary care physician referred her to a urologist, Dr. Sharma, who diagnosed a hydrocele after a physical exam and a confirming scrotal ultrasound. Dr. Sharma explained that the fluid-filled sac was benign but unlikely to resolve on its own, and recommended a hydrocelectomy to relieve the discomfort and cosmetic concern. Anika was anxious about surgery in such a sensitive area but opted for the procedure. The surgery, performed under spinal anesthesia, went smoothly. The first few days of recovery involved moderate swelling and discomfort managed with ice packs and pain medication. Within two weeks, she was back at her desk job, and after a month, she could cycle again without issue. Emotionally, Anika moved from initial embarrassment and worry to immense relief. The removal of the constant physical reminder and the regained confidence in her appearance left her feeling like her active, unselfconscious self again.
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