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    • Pediatric Surgery
    • Urology
    • Reproductive Medicine

    Background:

    • Undescended testes (cryptorchidism) is the most common genital anomaly in newborn boys, with multifactorial etiology.
    • Untreated cryptorchidism increases risks of testicular cancer and infertility.
    • The optimal timing and methods for treating cryptorchidism remain subjects of debate.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To review the evidence regarding the optimal timing and treatment modalities for cryptorchidism.
    • To highlight the benefits of early intervention for testicular development and future reproductive health.

    Main Methods:

    • Review of randomized volumetric and histological studies.
    • Analysis of existing literature on treatment efficacy and adverse effects.
    • Consideration of surgical versus hormonal treatment approaches.

    Main Results:

    • Early treatment (before one year) shows benefits for testicular development and spermatogenesis compared to later treatment.
    • Surgery (orchidopexy) is generally preferred over hormonal therapy due to efficacy and safety.
    • Early orchidopexy may reduce the risk of testicular cancer, particularly if performed before puberty.

    Conclusions:

    • Treatment for cryptorchidism should be performed early in life, ideally before one year of age.
    • Orchidopexy should be conducted at specialized centers with expertise in pediatric surgery and anesthesiology.
    • Further research is needed to confirm long-term benefits of early treatment on fertility and cancer risk into adulthood.