Cryptorchidism Flashcards
1
Q
meaning
A
congenital absence of one testicle in the scrotal sac
2
Q
The “missing” testicle is usually found within ___
A
the inguinal canal; in 90% of cases it can be palpated there
3
Q
at what age orchiopexy of congenitally undescended testes is recommended?
A
After 4 months of age, ASAP.
and the surgery should
definitely be completed before age 2 years.
4
Q
Cryptorchidism is associated with
A
an increased risk of malignancy regardless of surgical intervention.
