Undescended Testes

Overview

Journal Indian J Pediatr

Specialty Pediatrics

Date 2005 Jan 5

PMID 15630320

Authors

Ashley J DCruz

Kanishka Das

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Abstract

Undescended testis or cryptorchidism is a common problem encountered in children. Despite the abundant literature on the pathology and management of undescended testis, it is the subject of numerous misgivings and controversies. The article reviews available literature on the entity and their relevance in clinical practice.

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