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Orchioplasty

Posted On: 01-16-2016
Orchioplasty

What is Orchioplasty?

During orchioplasty, an undescended testicle is released from the abdominal cavity.

Also Known As:

  • Testicle surgery
  • Reconstruction of the testes
  • Repair of undescended testicle
  • Orchidopexy
  • Orchiopexy
  • Cryptorchidism repair

Conditions Treated with Orchioplasty:

Orchioplasty is performed in cases of an undescended testicle.

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Non-Surgical or Other Surgical Alternatives to Orchioplasty:

There are no comparable non-surgical or surgical alternatives to orchioplasty.

Anesthesia with Orchioplasty:

Orchioplasty is performed under general anesthesia, which means that the patient is asleep and completely unaware during the procedure.

Potential Complications from Orchioplasty:

Possible risks following orchioplasty include infection, bleeding, swelling and a negative reaction to the anesthesia. It is also possible for fertility to be impaired.

Prognosis after Orchioplasty:

The prognosis for a positive end result following orchioplasty is very good.

Recovery from Orchioplasty:

Total recovery from orchioplasty takes two to four weeks.

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