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What happens to the genital branch of the genitofemoral nerve during a radical orchiectomy? is it removed along with the spermatic cord?

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Nothing: Genital branch supply cremastor muscle of the cord that moves testis , it is part of specimen along with cord and testicle So it is supposed to be removed during radical orchiectomy ..

Answered 7/5/2015

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Yes: Radical orchiectomy is usually perform for testicular malignancy through an inguinal incision. Entire spermatic cord structure is transected as proximately as possible

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Dr. James Lin answered

Here are some...: The nerve fibers of iliohogastric, ilioinguinal, and genital branch of genitofemoral nerve are visible along their coursing spermatic cord, and can be dissected and deflected to avoid their injury, but the fibers distal to external inguinal ring would not practically be seen. Nonetheless, the sensation of scrotum would not be affected. So, why do you ask this question? More? Check with Surgeon.

Answered 8/21/2015

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