👦 Undescended Testicle (Cryptorchidism)
An undescended testicle is a condition in male babies in which the testicles fail to descend into the scrotum before birth. It occurs in 3% of full-term babies and up to 30% of premature babies.
Treatment Methods
- Hormone Therapy: Hormone injections may be tried in some cases
- Orchiopexy Surgery: Bringing the testicle down into the scrotum and fixing it (recommended between 6–18 months)
- Laparoscopic Surgery: A minimally invasive method for testicles remaining inside the abdomen
Important: The best time for undescended testicle treatment is within the first 18 months. When delayed, the risk of testicular function loss and cancer increases.
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