Testicle Removal. Prices, Reviews, Ratings
General information
The process of removing one testicle is called unilateral orchiectomy, two testicles - bilateral orchiectomy.
The reasons for removing the testicles are:
- prostate cancer, which then spreads to other organs;
- testicular cancer;
- cessation of blood supply due to twisting of the spermatic cord (testicular torsion).
In case of tumor formation, removal of the testicles is the most effective method. The operation is performed to stop the production of sex hormones in the male body. In this way, tumor development is controlled.
The process of the operation
Preparation
Preparation for the operation includes the following activities:
- examination of the patient;
- conducting urine and blood tests;
- determining potential risks when using anesthesia.
The process of removing the testicles
The operation to remove the testicle is carried out as follows:
- hair in the groin area is shaved;
- the penis is bandaged to the abdomen;
- anesthesia is administered;
- anesthetic is injected into the scrotal suture;
- an incision is made along the scrotal suture (about 5 cm), and the testicle with the spermatic cord is removed from it;
- the spermatic cord is clamped and intersected;
- the stump of the cord is reinserted into the scrotum.
Thus, one testicle is removed. If the second testicle needs to be removed, the procedure is repeated. After both testicles have been removed, a cosmetic suture is applied to the scrotum. The operation lasts 1-2 hours.
The operation is usually performed under spinal anesthesia or using local anesthesia, but most patients prefer general anesthesia.
Rehabilitation period
After the removal of the male testicles, the patient is prescribed a course of antibiotics and painkillers. At certain intervals, the doctor changes the dressings.
The patient should also follow these recommendations:
- drink plenty of fluids;
- no sexual activity;
- no lifting heavy objects;
- no taking baths to avoid damaging the stitches.
Indications
The main indications for removing one testicle in men are:
- testicular cancer of any stage;
- any other malignant tumor of the testicle;
- open trauma to the testicle and its subsequent infection and suppuration;
- orchiepididymitis or orchitis;
- testicular torsion, which complicated by testicular vascular thrombosis.
Contraindications
The only contraindication to testicular removal is the presence of severe therapeutic pathology in the decompensation stage.
Complications
Possible consequences of testicular removal:
- reaction to anesthesia;
- infection;
- damage to surrounding tissues or nerves.
A factor that can increase the risk of complications is smoking.
The consequences of testicular removal in men can be very diverse: from bleeding to suppuration. Any surgical intervention should be carried out according to the doctor's recommendations.
Prices and clinics
Testicle removal is performed by a qualified andrologist surgeon. This service is provided by many clinics. You can find out the cost of the operation, the list of clinics and specialists using the medical portal .
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