Quick and simple solution to cryptorchidism or undescended testicle condition

June 17, 2025

Cryptorchidism is a condition in which the testicle has not descended into the scrotum and is instead located hidden inside the body. This condition is congenital and is quite common in male children.

The condition itself is not highly risky, but it can be associated with infertility. Due to the higher internal body temperature in that area, there is a possibility that the undescended testicle may atrophy, which can reduce the quality and quantity of sperm. Additionally, there is a higher risk that the undescended testicle may develop a malignant disease.

It is important to know that there is a way to treat and correct this condition. The treatment is surgical and is called orchidopexy. The procedure involves an incision in the inguinal canal through which the testicle is located. Once it is fully mobilized, a pouch is created in the scrotum, and the testicle is brought down through the inguinal canal and fixed in the scrotal sac to prevent it from moving back.

The inguinal canal is reconstructed by closing the layers in their natural order (Ferrari method). The skin is closed with intradermal stitches that do not need to be removed. The scar is small and usually becomes barely visible after a few months. After surgery, a small piece of cotton remains on the fixed testicle, which is typically removed after 3 weeks.

Ideally, this condition should be corrected before puberty. However, the surgery can be performed at any time in life.

This condition is treated in our clinic by our urologist surgeons Goran Jovikj MD, Goran Balevski MD and Viktor Grujevski MD.

For advice and recommendations related to this issue, schedule an appointment at 02/3091-484.