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What is spermatic cord hydrocele?

By Zaira Salvador B.Sc., M.Sc. (embryologist).
Last Update: 11/29/2017

Spermatic cord hydrocele, also known as cord cyst, is a type of hydrocele in which fluid accumulation occurs along the spermatic cord, i.e., in the upper part of the scrotum.

Imagen: Hydrocele of spermatic cord

In addition, there are two other subtypes: funicular hydrocele and cystic hydrocele, depending on whether or not the accumulated fluid communicates with the peritoneum.

 Zaira Salvador
Zaira Salvador
B.Sc., M.Sc.
Embryologist
Bachelor's Degree in Biotechnology from the Technical University of Valencia (UPV). Biotechnology Degree from the National University of Ireland en Galway (NUIG) and embryologist specializing in Assisted Reproduction, with a Master's Degree in Biotechnology of Human Reproduction from the University of Valencia (UV) and the Valencian Infertility Institute (IVI)
License: 3185-CV
Embryologist. Bachelor's Degree in Biotechnology from the Technical University of Valencia (UPV). Biotechnology Degree from the National University of Ireland en Galway (NUIG) and embryologist specializing in Assisted Reproduction, with a Master's Degree in Biotechnology of Human Reproduction from the University of Valencia (UV) and the Valencian Infertility Institute (IVI) License: 3185-CV.