Does testicular puncture require hospitalization?

Testicular puncture usually does not require hospitalization and can be done on an outpatient basis. Testicular puncture is mainly used for the diagnosis and treatment of azoospermia or oligozoospermia, with the characteristics of small trauma and quick recovery.

Testicular puncture is a minimally invasive surgery, usually done under local anesthesia. The whole process takes about 15-30 minutes, and you can leave the hospital after only a short observation of 1-2 hours. There may be slight pain or swelling at the puncture point after puncture, which usually resolves in 1-3 days and does not affect normal activities. After surgery, it is recommended to avoid strenuous exercise and keep the area clean and dry to prevent infection. If there are no obvious symptoms of discomfort after surgery, no special care is required.

In rare cases, hospitalization may be required if there is excessive intraoperative bleeding, persistent postoperative pain, or infection. If fever, significant swelling of the scrotum or continued bleeding occurs after surgery, you need to return to the hospital for treatment in time.

Before testicular puncture, it is necessary to complete blood routine and coagulation function tests to rule out the risk of bleeding. Avoid sexual intercourse and heavy physical labor within 1 week after surgery. It is recommended to wear loose underwear to reduce friction and apply cold compresses appropriately to relieve swelling. If testicular biopsy or assisted reproductive technology treatment is required, the doctor will further develop a personalized plan.