The gold standard for varicocele repair
Varicocele: a hidden cause of male infertility with a precise fix
Do you have signs of a varicocele?
Many cases are silent and found during a fertility work-up, but watch for these signs:
More than a year of regular trying without a pregnancy.
Low sperm count, poor motility, or a high percentage of abnormal forms.
A dull ache that worsens with prolonged standing or exertion and eases when lying down.
A “bag of worms” feeling of swollen veins above the testicle.
Why Doppler-guided microsurgery?
Microscopic precision plus the Doppler’s ability to “hear” blood flow means maximum safety and minimal recurrence.
The Doppler distinguishes the sub-millimetre artery’s pulse from the veins, protecting it and preventing testicular atrophy.
It detects tiny hidden veins by the sound of their blood flow, so every faulty vein is ligated and recurrence is minimised.
Reduces oxidative stress and lowers sperm DNA fragmentation.
Better parameters may allow natural conception and raise ICSI success when it is still needed.
Your treatment, step by step
A transparent, same-day procedure.
- 1
Consultation & assessment
Clinical exam, semen analysis, and a Doppler ultrasound to confirm the diagnosis and grade the varicocele.
- 2
Pre-operative preparation
Simple pre-surgery tests and selection of the right anaesthesia for your case.
- 3
Microsurgical repair
A small sub-inguinal incision; faulty veins are precisely ligated under the microscope with Doppler guidance while the artery and lymphatics are preserved.
- 4
Follow-up & recovery
Most patients go home the same day, with semen parameters reviewed over the next 3 to 6 months.
Varicocelectomy: common questions
Is the procedure painful?
It is performed under general or spinal anaesthesia, so you feel nothing during surgery. Afterwards, discomfort is mild and controlled with simple painkillers within a few days, because the incision is small and no abdominal muscle is cut.
How long is recovery?
Most men return to desk work within 2–3 days and to full sport within about two weeks.
When will results show?
Sperm quality begins improving after about 3 months, with the full picture at 6 months, since sperm production takes roughly 72 days.
What type of anaesthesia is used?
Either short general or spinal anaesthesia is chosen based on your case and the anaesthetist’s assessment; both are safe and usually allow same-day discharge.
Does surgery guarantee pregnancy?
No procedure can guarantee pregnancy, as it depends on multiple factors in both partners — but microsurgical repair meaningfully improves fertility parameters and your chances of conceiving.