hematocele (Meaning)
Wordnet
hematocele (n)
swelling caused by blood collecting in a body cavity (especially a swelling of the membrane covering the testis)
Webster
hematocele (n.)
A tumor filled with blood.
Synonyms & Antonyms of hematocele
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hematocele Sentence Examples
- The presence of a hematocele, a collection of blood inside the scrotum, can cause pain and swelling.
- A hematocele, resulting from trauma or surgery, may require drainage or aspiration.
- The hematocele had resolved on its own, avoiding the need for invasive intervention.
- Ultrasound examination revealed a large hematocele in the right side of the scrotum.
- The testicular torsion was successfully managed conservatively without the formation of a hematocele.
- A hematocele is a potential complication of vasectomy, but is usually minor and self-resolving.
- The epididymal hematocele, a localized collection of blood around the epididymis, can mimic symptoms of other conditions.
- The chronic hematocele required repeated aspirations to reduce its size and alleviate pain.
- The hematocele continued to expand, necessitating surgical intervention to prevent further complications.
- The patient's history of testicular trauma increased their risk of developing a hematocele.
FAQs About the word hematocele
swelling caused by blood collecting in a body cavity (especially a swelling of the membrane covering the testis)A tumor filled with blood.
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The presence of a hematocele, a collection of blood inside the scrotum, can cause pain and swelling.
A hematocele, resulting from trauma or surgery, may require drainage or aspiration.
The hematocele had resolved on its own, avoiding the need for invasive intervention.
Ultrasound examination revealed a large hematocele in the right side of the scrotum.
