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What procedure is indicated for the reduction of large or thick-walled hydroceles?
What procedure is indicated for the reduction of large or thick-walled hydroceles?
- Percutaneous aspiration
- Hydrocelectomy (correct)
- Sclerosing promoter instillation
- Tunica vaginalis resection
What is the definition of a direct inguinal hernia?
What is the definition of a direct inguinal hernia?
- Uncomplicated and completely reducible
- Protrusion directly through the posterior wall of the inguinal canal (correct)
- Protrusion through the deep inguinal ring
- Not identifiable on physical examination
In which type of inguinal hernia is there an association with mechanical bowel obstruction and/or strangulation?
In which type of inguinal hernia is there an association with mechanical bowel obstruction and/or strangulation?
- Indirect inguinal hernia
- Complicated inguinal hernia (correct)
- Direct inguinal hernia
- Uncomplicated inguinal hernia
What is indicated if spontaneous resolution of a hydrocele does not occur by what age?
What is indicated if spontaneous resolution of a hydrocele does not occur by what age?
Which type of inguinal hernia is irreducible (incarcerated) or associated with mechanical bowel obstruction?
Which type of inguinal hernia is irreducible (incarcerated) or associated with mechanical bowel obstruction?
When is percutaneous aspiration of hydrocele fluid combined with instillation of a sclerosing promoter into the sac usually performed?
When is percutaneous aspiration of hydrocele fluid combined with instillation of a sclerosing promoter into the sac usually performed?
What is the primary reason for performing a hydrocelectomy procedure?
What is the primary reason for performing a hydrocelectomy procedure?
What defines an occult inguinal hernia?
What defines an occult inguinal hernia?
If infertility is a concern, what may be an indication for surgery regarding a hydrocele?
If infertility is a concern, what may be an indication for surgery regarding a hydrocele?
Which procedure involves incision and complete/partial resection of the hydrocele sac (tunica vaginalis)?
Which procedure involves incision and complete/partial resection of the hydrocele sac (tunica vaginalis)?
