The undescended testis: Clinical management and scientific advances
Undescended testes (UDT), where one or both testes fail to migrate to the base of the scrotum, can be congenital (2 –5% of newborn males) or acquired (1–2% of males). The testis may be found in any position along its usual line of descent. Cryptorchidism affects the developing testicular germ cells and increases the risk of infertility and malignancy. Clinical management aims to preserve spermatogenesis and p revent the increased risk of seminoma. Examination to document the testicular position will guide the need for imaging, medical management and the surgical approach to orchidopexy.
Source: Seminars in Pediatric Surgery - Category: Pediatrics Authors: Jaya Vikraman, John M. Hutson, Ruili Li, Jorgen Thorup Source Type: research
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