Ectopic Perineal Testicle: Case Report and Review of Literature

Overview

Journal Urol Case Rep

Specialty Urology

Date 2022 Nov 17

PMID 36386015

Authors

Stephanie Jensen

Catherine J Chen

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Abstract

A small subset of males presenting with cryptorchidism are found to have ectopic testes. The most common location for an ectopic testicle is the superficial inguinal pouch, but there are several other possibilities, necessitating a thorough physical exam. A 4-month-old term male presented for evaluation of a nonpalpable right testicle. Examination revealed an ectopic right testicle located in the perineum. The patient underwent successful right orchiopexy. Ectopic testes are rare but remain in the differential diagnoses for patients with cryptorchidism. Patients should undergo prompt orchiopexy to avoid potential complications and allow maximal preservation of testicular function.

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