Orchidopexy for undescended testis is recommended at which age ?
Orchidopexy is usually performed after the age of 1 year to avoid the risks of operating on a tiny patient. Testes should be brought down into the scrotum before the boy stas school.Orchidopexy during the second year of life is currently recommended by paediatric surgeons. Orchidopexy before 2 years of age improves feility, may reduce the risk of malignancy and has psychological benefits Reference : page1378 and 77 Bailey and Love's sho practice of surgery 25th edition
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6 months
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5 year
Urology