Circumcision-incision orchidopexy: A novel technique for palpable, low inguinal undescended testis

Abstract

Given that both orchidopexy and circumcision are commonly done in a single operative setting, we adopted a technique of combined orchidopexy and circumcision using a single circumcision incision. We applied this new technique to boys with palpable, low inguinal cryptorchidism. Here we describe a case series of 7 boys who underwent concurrent orchidopexy via the circumcision site. We present this novel technique and discuss our preliminary outcomes, including the anatomic basis and feasibility. The technique appears to be an alternative for concurrent circumcision and cryptorchid cases with palpable, low inguinal testes.

Keywords

• Case reports
• Cryptorchidism
• Male circumcision
• Orchidopexy
• Reconstructive surgical procedures