Varicocele

Varicoceles are common and often harmless, but a clinically palpable varicocele with abnormal semen parameters may be treated surgically or by embolisation. Improvement in semen parameters is common; improvement in live birth is less certain, so the decision is individual.

Also known as: varicose veins in scrotum, varicocoele

Last reviewed: September 9, 2026. Written by the Antega Editorial Team. General information only — always follow the advice of your own clinic, doctor or pharmacist.