Hydrocoele_Flashcards
What is the recommended management for congenital hydrocoele in children under 2 years old?
Most congenital hydrocoeles resolve spontaneously before the age of 2, so observation is appropriate unless there is bowel palpable in the groin or there is evidence of underlying pathology.
What are the surgical options for hydrocoele in children aged 2-11 years?
Surgical options for hydrocoele in children aged 2-11 years include open repair, laparoscopic exploration, bilateral repair, and abdominoscrotal hydrocoeles which require surgery through an abdominal incision.
What specific type of hydrocoele in children aged 2-11 years requires surgery through an abdominal incision?
Abdominoscrotal hydrocoeles in children aged 2-11 years require surgery through an abdominal incision.
What is the common type of hydrocoele in adolescents aged 11-18 years?
Non-communicating hydrocoele is common in adolescents aged 11-18 years.
What is the management approach for idiopathic hydrocoele in adolescents aged 11-18 years?
Observation is appropriate for idiopathic hydrocoele in adolescents aged 11-18 years; however, surgery may be considered if it is large or uncomfortable.
What is the initial management for hydrocoele after varicocelectomy in adolescents aged 11-18 years?
Conservative management is the initial approach for hydrocoele after varicocelectomy in adolescents aged 11-18 years; surgery is considered if the condition does not resolve.
What is the treatment for filarial-related hydrocoele in adolescents aged 11-18 years?
Complete excision of the tunica vaginalis is the treatment for filarial-related hydrocoele in adolescents aged 11-18 years.
