Complicated Inguinal Hernia Symptoms

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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?

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?

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?

1 year of age Signup and view all the answers

Which type of inguinal hernia is irreducible (incarcerated) or associated with mechanical bowel obstruction?

Complicated inguinal hernia Signup and view all the answers

When is percutaneous aspiration of hydrocele fluid combined with instillation of a sclerosing promoter into the sac usually performed?

In thick-walled hydroceles Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason for performing a hydrocelectomy procedure?

To correct a hydrocele and prevent its recurrence Signup and view all the answers

What defines an occult inguinal hernia?

Not identifiable on physical examination Signup and view all the answers

If infertility is a concern, what may be an indication for surgery regarding a hydrocele?

Testicle not palpable Signup and view all the answers

Which procedure involves incision and complete/partial resection of the hydrocele sac (tunica vaginalis)?

Hydrocelectomy Signup and view all the answers

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What procedure is indicated for the reduction of large or thick-walled hydroceles?

What is the definition of a direct inguinal hernia?

In which type of inguinal hernia is there an association with mechanical bowel obstruction and/or strangulation?

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?

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 defines an occult inguinal hernia?

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)?

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