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(Q53.1) Undescended testicle, unilateral
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1 354 707 in individuals diagnosis undescended testicle, unilateral confirmed
Diagnosis undescended testicle, unilateral is diagnosed Men are 99.77% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis undescended testicle, unilateral
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis undescended testicle, unilateral
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease undescended testicle, unilateral - Men aged 0-5 and Women aged 5-9
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-74
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 75-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-1, 10-24, 30-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-9, 25-29
Disease Features undescended testicle, unilateral
Absence or low individual and public risk
Undescended testicle, unilateral - what does this mean
Undescended testicle, unilateral, occurs when one testicle fails to descend into the scrotum during fetal development. this can be caused by a variety of factors, including hormonal imbalances, genetic disorders, or structural abnormalities of the testicles or scrotum.
What happens during the disease - undescended testicle, unilateral
Undescended testicle, unilateral, is a condition in which a testicle has not descended into the scrotum during fetal development. this is typically caused by a failure of the gubernaculum, a fibrous cord that normally attaches to the testicle and guides it into the scrotum, to properly develop. this can also be caused by an abnormally developed inguinal canal, which can lead to a blockage of the testicle's descent. in some cases, the condition can be corrected by surgery to reposition the testicle into the scrotum.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical exam to assess the location of the testicle
- Ultrasound imaging to confirm the diagnosis
- Blood tests to check hormone levels
- Genetic testing to rule out any underlying causes
- Imaging tests such as a CT scan or MRI to assess the anatomy
- Surgery to bring the testicle into the scrotum
- Consultation with a urologist
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal: To bring the undescended testicle, unilateral, back into the scrotum
- Assess the size, location and mobility of the undescended testicle
- Perform a physical examination of the patient
- Order imaging tests to determine the exact location of the undescended testicle
- Perform surgery to bring the undescended testicle back into the scrotum
- Prescribe antibiotics to reduce the risk of infection
- Prescribe pain medication to reduce discomfort
- Provide instructions on how to care for the incision site
- Monitor the patient's progress
3 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Undescended testicle, unilateral - Prevention
Undescended testicle, unilateral can be prevented through regular prenatal care and ultrasound scans to ensure the testicles have descended prior to birth. in rare cases, surgery may be recommended after birth to correct the issue.