Relief From Chronic Testicular Pain.

A surgical solution to eliminate persistent testicular discomfort and improve your quality of life.

What is spermatic cord denervation?

Spermatic Cord Denervation (SCD) is a minimally invasive surgical procedure designed to provide long-term relief from chronic testicular pain. By selectively disrupting pain-signaling nerves in the spermatic cord, SCD offers a highly effective solution for men suffering from persistent, unexplained testicular discomfort.

Who is a Candidate for SCD?

  • Men experiencing chronic testicular pain lasting longer than three months that has not responded to conservative treatments.

  • Those with pain significantly impacting their daily life, physical activities, or sexual function.

  • Patients who have undergone unsuccessful treatments such as antibiotics, anti-inflammatories, or nerve blocks.

  • Individuals without an identifiable cause (idiopathic pain) or with post-vasectomy or post-surgical pain syndromes.

Benefits of Spermatic Cord Denervation

  • Long-Term Pain Relief: Eliminates or significantly reduces chronic testicular pain.

  • Minimally Invasive: Small incisions lead to faster recovery and minimal scarring.

  • Quick Recovery: Most patients return to normal activities within a few days.

  • Outpatient Procedure: Performed in a same-day surgical setting with general anesthesia.

What is the process?

  1. Consultation: Book an appointment here. We evaluate your health, surgical history, and goals to determine the best approach.

  2. Procedure: Performed with the aid of a surgical microscope under general anesthesia.

  3. Recovery: Most patients experience minimal discomfort and can return to light activities within 1-2 days. Full recovery typically takes 1-2 weeks.

  4. Follow-Up: We will monitor your recovery and perform follow-up tests to assess improvements in symptom relief.

 FAQs

  • If you’ve experienced chronic testicular pain for more than three months and conservative treatments have failed, SCD may be the best option for long-term relief.

  • SCD is performed under anesthesia, so there is no pain during surgery. Post-operative discomfort is mild and manageable with over-the-counter pain relievers.

  • The procedure typically takes 30-45 minutes, and patients can return home the same day.

  • Most patients can resume light activities within 48 hours and return to full activity, including exercise, within 2-3 weeks.

  • Risks are minimal but may include temporary numbness in the groin or scrotal area, minor swelling, or rare cases of pain recurrence.

  • No, SCD does not impact fertility, testosterone levels, or the ability to achieve erections.

  • In carefully selected patients, they experience long-term pain relief, with studies showing high success rates even years after surgery.

Why choose Dr. Kevin Chu for your Spermatic Cord Denervation?

  • Fellowship-trained urologist and microsurgeon with years of experience in orchalgia.

  • Specializing in modern, minimally invasive procedures.

  • Your privacy is our priority, and our discreet office ensures a comfortable experience.

  • Free parking and easy scheduling at our Redondo Beach location.