Right Orchiopexy to Correct Undescended Testicle and Circumcision to Correct Phimosis
Lissa Henson, MD1; Domingo Alvear, MD2
1Capitol Medical Center, Philippine Society of Pediatric Surgeons
2World Surgical Foundation
Cryptorchidism, or undescended testis, is a condition in which one or both testes fail to descend from the abdomen into the scrotum during fetal development. Phimosis, on the other hand, is a condition characterized by the inability to retract the foreskin over the glans penis.
This video serves as a step-by-step guide on orchiopexy to correct an undescended testicle and circumcision to correct phimosis. The importance of this surgical intervention lies in the preservation of testicular function, fertility potential, and the prevention of long-term complications associated with cryptorchidism. Early treatment is crucial, as it significantly reduces the risk of testicular damage and associated complications.