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(Q53.9) Undescended testicle, unspecified
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1 354 707 in individuals diagnosis undescended testicle, unspecified confirmed
Diagnosis undescended testicle, unspecified is diagnosed Men are 99.77% more likely than Women
1 353 138
Men receive the diagnosis undescended testicle, unspecified
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis undescended testicle, unspecified
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease undescended testicle, unspecified - 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, unspecified
Absence or low individual and public risk
Undescended testicle, unspecified - what does this mean
Undescended testicle, unspecified is a condition in which one or both of the testicles fail to descend into the scrotum during fetal development. this can be caused by a variety of factors, such as hormonal imbalances, genetic abnormalities, or structural defects in the reproductive tract. in some cases, the testicles can be manually relocated into the scrotum, but in other cases, surgery may be required to correct the problem.
What happens during the disease - undescended testicle, unspecified
Undescended testicle, also known as cryptorchidism, is a condition in which one or both testicles fail to descend into the scrotum during fetal development. this is caused by a combination of genetic and environmental factors, including hormonal imbalances, and can lead to an increased risk of infertility, testicular cancer, and hernias. in addition, the undescended testicle can be exposed to higher temperatures, which can affect the production of sperm.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination
- Ultrasound scan
- Blood tests
- Hormone levels test
- Genetic testing
- Semen analysis
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal: To bring the undescended testicle into the scrotum
- Physical examination
- Ultrasound imaging
- Hormonal stimulation
- Surgery (Orchiopexy)
3 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Undescended testicle, unspecified - Prevention
The best way to prevent undescended testicle is to ensure that the testicles descend into the scrotum before birth. this can be done through regular prenatal check-ups and ultrasounds. if the testicles do not descend, a surgical procedure may be necessary to correct the issue. additionally, parents should ensure proper nutrition and health care for their children to help prevent the condition.