Transjugular and Transfemoral Embolization for Varicocele.

Combined Role of Transjugular and Transfemoral Embolization in the Management of Varicocele.

Registry ID
NCT07764900
Source registry
NCT
Status
RECRUITING
Phase
NA
Study type
INTERVENTIONAL
Sponsor
Sohag University
Enrollment
30
Start date
2026-04-10
Completion date
2027-05-10
Last update
2026-08-14

Conditions

Summary

This prospective study will evaluate two different approaches for performing embolization to treat varicocele, a condition in which the veins around the testicle become enlarged. Thirty patients with varicocele will undergo embolization using either a transjugular approach, through a vein in the neck, or a transfemoral approach, through a vein in the groin. The choice of approach will depend on the patient's venous anatomy and the feasibility of the procedure. Patients will be followed up at one and three months after the procedure to assess treatment effectiveness, symptom improvement, and any complications.

Interventions

Inclusion criteria

Inclusion Criteria: * 1\. Male patients aged 16-60 years. 2. Clinically palpable varicocele (Grade II or III) or subclinical varicocele associated with abnormal semen parameters. 3\. Recurrent varicocele following previous surgical treatment. 4. Presence of scrotal pain, testicular atrophy, or infertility attributed to varicocele. 5\. Willingness to participate in the study and provide written informed consent.

Exclusion criteria

Exclusion Criteria: \- 1. Secondary varicocele due to a retroperitoneal mass or renal vein obstruction. 2\. Known allergy to iodinated contrast media. 3. Coagulation disorders or contraindications to endovascular procedures.

Primary outcomes

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Locations

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