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Area of Science:

Reproductive Endocrinology
Human Genetics
Developmental Biology

Background:

Infertility in males can stem from various genetic and developmental factors.
Cryptorchidism, or undescended testes, is a common congenital anomaly that can impact fertility.
Disorders of sex development (DSD) encompass a range of conditions affecting chromosomal, gonadal, or anatomical sex.

Observation:

A 40-year-old infertile male with cryptorchidism and normal secondary sexual characteristics was evaluated.
Imaging studies (ultrasonography and CT) suggested a tumor in the right abdominal testis.
Surgical exploration revealed internal female reproductive organs (uterus, cervix, fallopian tubes) alongside abdominal testes.

Findings:

Histopathological examination confirmed the presence of both testicular and female reproductive tissues.
Karyotype analysis revealed a 46XY chromosomal complement.
The patient presented with a rare form of ovotesticular DSD with intra-abdominal gonads.

Implications:

This case underscores the importance of thorough investigation in cases of male infertility and cryptorchidism.
Understanding the spectrum of DSD is crucial for accurate diagnosis and management.
Such presentations challenge traditional binary classifications of sex and highlight the complexity of human sexual development.