Recurrent varicocele. Demonstration by 3D phase-contrast MR angiography

Acta Radiol. 1997 Nov;38(6):1020-2. doi: 10.1080/02841859709172122.

Abstract

This is a report on an initial experience with Gd-enhanced 3D phase-contrast MR angiography in 4 patients with recurrent varicocele. The examinations were performed with the patients prone, and a coronal imaging volume was used. The scrotal part of the varicocele was demonstrated in 3 cases and the spermatic vein in 2 cases. This technique could be an alternative to spermatic venography in the radiological mapping of dilated spermatic veins.

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Contrast Media*
  • Femoral Vein / pathology
  • Follow-Up Studies
  • Gadolinium DTPA*
  • Humans
  • Iliac Vein / pathology
  • Image Enhancement / methods
  • Ligation
  • Magnetic Resonance Angiography* / methods
  • Male
  • Mesenteric Veins / pathology
  • Middle Aged
  • Phlebography
  • Prone Position
  • Recurrence
  • Saphenous Vein / pathology
  • Scrotum / pathology
  • Spermatic Cord / blood supply
  • Varicocele / diagnosis*
  • Varicocele / surgery
  • Veins / pathology
  • Veins / surgery

Substances

  • Contrast Media
  • Gadolinium DTPA