Hydrocoele

Question 1

Pathophysiology of Hydrocoele.

Answer 1

Collection of fluid within the tunica vaginalis - sealed pouch of membrane that surrounds the testis.

Question 2

Tunica Vaginalis Origin.

Answer 2

Part of the Peritoneal membrane that becomes separated and remains in the scrotum during foetal development.

Question 3

Aetiology of Hydrocoele (5).

Answer 3

1. Idiopathic.
2. Testicular Cancer.
3. Testicular Torsion.
4. Epididymo-Orchitis.
5. Trauma.

Question 4

Management of Hydrocoele (2).

Answer 4

1. Idiopathic - Conservative.

2. Large/Symptomatic - Surgery, Aspiration or Sclerotherapy.