A Non-Surgical, Scar-Free Treatment for Varicocele
Varicocele is a common condition in men and is one of the leading treatable causes of male infertility. Traditionally treated with surgery, varicocele can now be effectively managed using a minimally invasive, non-surgical technique called varicocele embolization.
Varicocele embolization is a procedure where a specialist:
This:
Non-surgical
No scars or stitches
Performed under local anesthesia
Usually a day-care procedure
A varicocele is an enlargement of veins inside the scrotum that drain blood from the testicles. It happens because valves in the veins don’t work properly, causing blood to flow backward and pool.
Varicocele can cause:
Varicoceles are common and affect about 15% of men and up to 40% of men with infertility.
The procedure is done by an interventional radiologist using X-ray guidance.
Step-by-step:
Varicocele embolization is very safe. Possible risks with approximate incidence include:
The best treatment for varicocele depends on:
Your doctor will help you choose the most suitable option based on your individual condition.
Alternative 1: No Treatment (Observation Only)
Regular follow-up may be advised if treatment is deferred.
Alternative 2: Varicocele Surgery
However, compared to embolization:
Choosing the Right Varicocele Treatment
Both surgery and minimally invasive varicocele embolization are effective treatment options. A detailed evaluation helps determine the safest and most appropriate approach based on symptoms, fertility goals, and recovery preferences.
📌 Compared to surgery, embolization offers faster recovery, no scars, and less pain.
After varicocele embolization:
Varicocele embolization is a minimally invasive, non-surgical procedure used to block the enlarged veins that cause varicocele, helping relieve pain and improve sperm quality.
A varicocele is a swelling of veins in the scrotum, similar to varicose veins in the legs. It can cause pain, heaviness, testicular shrinkage, and infertility in some men.
It is done to:
No. It is a catheter-based, minimally invasive procedure, not open surgery.
It is done under local anesthesia, so most patients feel only mild discomfort during or after the procedure.
The procedure usually takes 30 to 60 minutes.
No. Most patients go home the same day.
Success rates are similar to surgery, and many patients get good pain relief and improvement in sperm count and quality.
Most patients return to normal daily activities within 1–2 days and avoid heavy exercise for about a week.
Recurrence is uncommon, but it can happen in about 5–10% of cases.
In many men, sperm count and quality improve over 3–6 months, but results vary.
Possible risks include mild pain or bruising, infection, allergy to contrast dye, coil movement, or recurrence. Serious complications are rare.
Embolization is non-surgical, scar-free, done under local anesthesia, and has faster recovery compared to surgery.
The procedure is performed by a trained interventional radiologist.
Yes. It is available in many advanced hospitals and interventional radiology centers across India.
Non-surgical treatment
No scars or stitches
Performed under local anaesthesia
Same-day discharge
Faster recovery than surgery
Effective for pain relief and infertility improvement
If you’re suffering from scrotal pain, discomfort, or fertility issues due to varicocele, you don’t have to live with it. Varicocele embolization offers a safe, minimally invasive, and effective solution with quick recovery and no scars.
