Undescended Testes

Absence of the testes from the scrotum. In 10% of the cases the testes will descend to its normal position in the scrotum within the first 4 months of life. Ideal age for treatment of undescended testes is between 6 and 12 months of age. Palpable undescended testes is treated either by hormonal injections or surgical correction. Impalpable undescended testes is treated by laparoscopy and discharged on the same day.