Work

Anterior Nutcracker Syndrome: First Surgically Managed Case Reported in Benin

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Background: Nutcracker syndrome is a rare condition caused by compression of the left renal vein, often underdiagnosed in adolescents. Case Description: We report a 16-year-old male with painful left testicular swelling and grade 3 varicocele. Imaging confirmed anterior nutcracker syndrome. He underwent successful left renal vein transposition with complete symptom resolution and normal imaging at 24 months. Conclusion: Nutcracker syndrome should be considered in young patients with varicocele and testicular pain. Renal vein transposition is a safe and effective treatment when conservative approaches fail, with long-term clinical and radiological benefits.

Source: The Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgeon Reports

DOI: 10.1055/a-2699-8210

Authors: Abdel Kémal Bori Bata, Joseph Akodjenou, Ahmad Ibrahim, Boris Gogan, Désiré Nékoua

Institutions: Université d'Abomey-Calavi, Centre National Hospitalier et Universitaire Hubert Koutoukou MAGA

Language: English

Topic: Vascular anomalies and interventions

Subfield: Surgery

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $2,300