Bilateral Orchiectomy Procedure
This procedure has the potential of adding 14 years to the average male life expectancy by significantly reducing the risk for prostate cancer and totally reducing the risk of testicular cancers. (however professional body builders using this technique in conjunction with steroid therapy for the purpose of body sculpting, are at somewhat greater risk to develop prostate cancers because of the increased hormone levels being introduced)
The Biggest Advantages of Bilateral Orchiectomy are:
1) Ease of procedure
2) Immediate response whereas a deep calm serenity develops.
3) Low cost
The Biggest Disadvantage of Bilateral Orchiectomy is:
1) As of yet, the procedure is not reversible
The information presented is not designed or intended as medical advice.
Procedure Slides (Click On Slides To Make Larger)
Penis restrained
2 ml of buffered Lidocaine was injected as a line block along the median raphe. Area was draped and then a 2 cm incision was made.
Pulling testicle free.
Testicle and spermatic cord. The spermatic cord consists of the testicular artery, testicular vein, ductus deferens, and the cremaster muscle.
The spermatic cord is clamped, and ligated with an appropriate type of suture material. In this case using 2-0 Dexon absorbable suture. The cord is ligated twice with this suture to prevent bleeding when the cord is cut.
Clamping spermatic cord.
After double ligation of the spermatic cord, it is cut. The ligated end of the spermatic cord is checked for bleeding, then released back into the body. The other testicle is now found and excised in the same manner.
The subcutaneous tissues and skin are closed with appropriate suture material and technique. Both testicles have been removed. The next day the incision is checked for signs of swelling or infection.
Testicles were removed using a local anesthetic in less than an hour and a half. The procedure was performed on an out-patient basis. Most patients do not require any pain medication post procedure.
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This information provides a general overview on Orchiectomy and may not apply in each individual case. Always consult with your physician to determine whether this information can be applied to your personal situation and to obtain additional information.
The information presented is not designed or intended as medical advice.