Varicocele
Minimally invasive treatment that relieves varicocele pain and improves venous function.
We offer specialized varicocele treatment for patients in Houston, Cypress, Richmond, Rosenberg, Wharton, Fulshear, Brookshire, Sealy, Victoria, Sugar Land, TX, and surrounding areas. Varicocele, an enlargement of the veins within the scrotum, can cause discomfort, swelling, and even affect fertility. Our expert team uses advanced techniques to provide effective, minimally invasive treatments that alleviate symptoms and improve overall well-being. We are dedicated to helping you regain comfort and confidence with personalized care tailored to your specific needs.
What Our Patients Are Saying:
What is a Varicocele and What are its Symptoms?
Varicocele can also lead to scrotal pain, and correction of varicocele can benefit men with scrotal pain who have failed conservative measures.
How is a Varicocele treated?
Percutaneous embolization is the least invasive of all treatment approaches. In contrast to traditional surgical therapies, percutaneous interventional approaches do not require surgical incisions and thus can be performed under local anesthesia or sedation, whereas surgical approaches require more extensive anesthetic preparations.
A small catheter is introduced through the skin and used to identify the gonadal vein and any collaterals. These are then blocked off to prevent reflux of blood. The procedure takes 30-60 minutes, requires no stiches and has minimal post procedure restrictions.
In addition, the transvenous method virtually eliminates the potential for damage to the testicular artery, which results in theoretically reduced complications related to testicular pain and atrophy.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a varicocele?
A varicocele is an abnormal enlargement of veins within the scrotum, caused by improper blood flow and vein valve dysfunction.
Does varicocele cause infertility?
Yes. Varicocele is found in up to 35% of men with primary infertility and up to 80% with secondary infertility and is associated with a progressive decline in sperm count and possibly reduced testosterone levels.
How do I know if I have a varicocele?
Some men have no symptoms, while others experience scrotal pain, swelling, or heaviness. Varicocele is often diagnosed during a clinical evaluation for pain or infertility.
What is the success rate of varicocele surgery?
The website focuses on percutaneous embolization, which avoids surgical risks and complications. Compared to surgery, embolization offers effective symptom relief with fewer risks and faster recovery.
How is a varicocele removed?
At Leg Pain Clinic, varicocele is treated using percutaneous embolization, a minimally invasive technique that blocks abnormal blood flow rather than surgically removing veins.
What is percutaneous embolization for varicocele?
Percutaneous embolization is a non-surgical procedure where a small catheter is inserted through the skin to block the gonadal vein and its collaterals, stopping blood reflux that causes varicocele.
How effective is percutaneous embolization compared to varicocele surgery?
Percutaneous embolization is the least invasive treatment option, requires no surgical incisions or stitches, minimizes the risk of testicular artery damage, and has fewer complications and faster recovery than surgery.
Which clinics in Houston or Webster offer varicocele treatment?
Leg Pain Clinic provides specialized varicocele treatment for patients in Houston, Baytown, Sugar Land, Cypress, Katy, Richmond, Rosenberg, and surrounding areas.
Will my insurance or Medicare cover minimally invasive varicocele procedures?
Insurance coverage varies by plan. Our team can assist with insurance verification and determine coverage for minimally invasive varicocele treatment.
Can I schedule a consultation at Leg Pain and Vasular Institute without a referral?
Yes. Patients can schedule a consultation directly at Leg Pain and Vasular Institute without a referral.
Contact Us
Teleheath & In-Person Appointments Available.
Contact Details
Phone: 713-242-1139
Fax: 713-242-1139
Practice Addresses
11240 FM 1960 Rd W STE 406
Houston, TX, 77065-3663
Working Hours
Monday - Friday: 8 AM – 5 PM