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Published	10/08/2024	{{c1::Ultrasound}} is a useful investigation for confirming a hydrocele
Published	10/08/2024	A hydrocele is a {{c1::collection of fluid within the tunica vaginalis}} that surrounds the testes.
Published	10/08/2024	Simple hydroceles are common in newborn males. These occur when there is fluid trapped in the {{c1::tunica vaginalis}}This fluid g…
Published	10/08/2024	Communicating hydroceles occur where the tunica vaginalis around the testicle is connected to the {{c1::peritoneal cavity}} via a pathway called …
Published	10/08/2024	Hydroceles can be communicating and non-communicating.In a communicating hydrocele {{c1::the sac is connected to the abdomen via the processus vaginal…
Published	10/08/2024	Hydroceles: Clinical featuresA swelling around one testes which is {{c1::soft, smooth, and non-tender::characteristics?}}The swelling is in {{c1::fron…
Published	10/08/2024	Dfferential diagnoses of a scrotal or inguinal swelling in a neonate are:• {{c1::Hydrocele}}• {{c1::Partially descended testes}} • {{c1::Inguinal…
Published	10/08/2024	Simple hydroceles will usually resolve within {{c1::2}} years without having any lasting negative effects.Communicating hydroceles can be tr…
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