Hydrocele repair

Alternative names:

hydrocelectomy

Expectations after surgery:

Complete correction of the problem almost always occurs. The long-term prognosis is excellent.

Convalescence:

The surgery is done on an outpatient basis with prompt recovery expected. The child should be encourage to rest at intervals for the first few postoperative days. He should be able to return to normal activity within about 4 to 7 days.