Hydrocele operation

2018-10-02 13:13:29
Require Hydrocele operation. Age 80year,Male.. Which Dr to consult- General Surgeon or Urologist. Does it requires hospitalisation
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Yes requires hospitalization  at least for a day. Anyone can do hydrocele.general surgeon or urologist

Answered2018-10-03 08:13:19

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I would advise you to meet a general surgeon so that the hydrocele operation can be done. Yes it requires a post surgical hospitalization for a few days upto 3 days so that you can have the IV antibiotics and to monitor your post operative status before you can be discharged.
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If condition persists or worsens visit the general surgeon at the earliest

Answered2018-10-03 10:44:39

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May require 1 day admission. Both surgeon and urologist can do surgery

Answered2018-10-03 08:14:38

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