Cryptorchidism: classification, prevalence and long-term consequences

Helena E Virtanen; Robert Bjerknes; Dina Cortes; Niels Jørgensen; Ewa Rajpert-De Meyts; Arni V Thorsson; Jørgen Mogens Thorup; Katharina M Main

doi:10.1111/j.1651-2227.2007.00241.x

Cryptorchidism: classification, prevalence and long-term consequences

Helena E Virtanen, Robert Bjerknes, Dina Cortes, Niels Jørgensen, Ewa Rajpert-De Meyts, Arni V Thorsson, Jørgen Mogens Thorup, Katharina M Main

Department of Clinical Medicine

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Abstract

Undescended testis is a common finding in boys, and the majority of cases have no discernible aetiology. There are unexplained geographical differences and temporal trends in its prevalence. Cryptorchidism, especially bilateral, is associated with impaired spermatogenesis and endocrine function and increases the risk of testicular cancer. There is an urgent need to identify factors that adversely affect testicular development and optimize treatment. Conclusion: Cryptorchidism may reflect a primary testicular maldevelopment with long-term consequences.

Original language	English
Journal	Acta Paediatrica
Volume	96
Issue number	5
Pages (from-to)	611-6
Number of pages	6
ISSN	0803-5253
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1651-2227.2007.00241.x
Publication status	Published - 1 May 2007

Keywords

Animals
Child
Comorbidity
Cryptorchidism
Humans
Male
Prevalence
Risk Factors
Semen
Testicular Neoplasms

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Cryptorchidism: classification, prevalence and long-term consequences

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