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MBBS, M.Ch - Urology, MS - General Surge...read more

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What is hydrocele?

What are the signs and symptoms of hydrocele?

Signs and symptoms of a hydrocele include the presence of a large, painless lump in the scrotum. Other signs and symptoms can include:



A dull ache that may occur intermittently


Swelling which is localised and does not affect both sides


Red or swollen scrotum


A feeling of heaviness in the scrotum.



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Urologist•Delhi
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What is hydrocele?

Hydrocele is a type of hernias which is caused when fluid accumulates in the tissue that surrounds a testicle. It may occur on one or both sides of the scrotum and the swelling can increase in size over time.

The fluid buildup results from a weakness in the wall of the scrotal sac or difficulties along the spermatic cord that carries sperm and fluids into and out of the testicle. Hydrocele is most common among newborns but can also occur among olde...more
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MBBS, MS - Obs & Gynae (Gold Medalist)

Gynaecologist•Delhi
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Laparoscopy is one of the most common procedures for diagnosing and removing endometriosis. Instead of giving a big incision, this procedure of surgery uses lightweight instrument through a small hole or incision. There could be one or more incisions based on the number of instruments that require access inside the body. This procedure involves the use of a camera to ascertain endometriosis as well as treat it in the same sitting. This brings drastic improvement in infertility as well as pain as...more
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General Surgeon•Ludhiana
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What is an Appendectomy?

An appendectomy (which is sometimes referred to appendicectomy ) is the surgical elimination of the organ known as the appendix. Appendectomy is mostly performed as an emergency surgical procedure when patients suffer from appendicitis.

How is Appendectomy Performed?

Appendectomy can be performed both as an open operation as well as laparoscopically. An appendectomy is most often performed laparoscopically, if the diagnosis is in doubt, or if ...more
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Gynaecologist•Chandigarh
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Laparoscopic abdominal cerclage- placing tape around the cervix (mouth of the uterus) to prevent miscarriage in a patient with proven cervical incompetence (loose cervix) and failed vaginal cerclage leading to second-trimester miscarriage. The tape is placed at the level of the internal os, much higher in cervix compared to vaginal cerclage, hence giving a better success rate, more than 90 percent successful pregnancy. Laparoscopy cerclage is very fast surgery, bloodless, painless and patient is...more
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MBBS, MS - Obstetrics & Gynaecology

Gynaecologist•Noida
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3D laparoscopy has made a landmark achievement in the field of surgery for Gynaecology. It helps to provide in-depth perception along with the correct measurement of the dimensions related to the anatomical spaces. Thus, it contributes towards increasing the skills of the laparoscopic surgeon in his attempt towards dissecting tissues and in designing strategies related to the surgery. 3D Laparoscopy helps a surgeon to perform the intracorporeal suture in an absolutely perfect manner. This is reg...more
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Surgical Gastroenterologist•Delhi
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benefits of laparoscopic surgery!
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Gynaecologist•Chandigarh
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A hysterectomy is a surgical procedure to remove a woman's uterus. The uterus, also known as the womb, is where a baby grows when a woman is pregnant. The uterine lining is the source of menstrual blood.
You may need a hysterectomy for many reasons. The surgery can be used to treat a number of chronic pain conditions as well as certain types of cancer and infections.

A woman may have a hysterectomy for different reasons, including:

Uterine fibroids that cause pain, bleeding...more
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Neurosurgeon•Mumbai
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A brain computed tomography angiography (CTA) is a specialized neurologic CT scan, and it involves fast CT imaging while simultaneously injecting IV contrast into a vein in the arm. This procedure allows visualization of the specific vascular anatomy of the organs in the body. It can also be used to evaluate vessels or plan a surgery. Mostly it is used to identify a small aneurysm or arteriovenous malformation (abnormal communications between blood vessels) inside the brain.

A patient c...more
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Gynaecologist•Mohali
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The physical constitution of a woman s body is complex and must be subject to regular medical check-ups. The reproductive system in women is especially sensitive to many factors. Colposcopy is a surgical procedure that entails an examination of the vulva, vagina, and cervix by using a tool known as the colposcope. This process is performed if unusual results are detected in Pap smear test.

The Pap smear is a medical screening test that helps identify abnormal cervical cells. The doctor ...more
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