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  • Pediatric Surgery
  • Urology
  • Developmental Biology

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  • Ectopic testis, a condition where the testis is not in its normal scrotal position, is rare in children.
  • Understanding the varied presentations and effective management of testicular ectopia is crucial for pediatric surgical units.

Observation:

  • Three pediatric cases of ectopic testis were evaluated: two with transverse testicular ectopia (TTE) and one with perineal ectopic testis (PET).
  • Patients presented with asymptomatic inguinal masses and a missing contralateral testis, or a perineal mass with a missing testis.
  • Diagnosis involved physical examination and ultrasound, with TTE confirmed intraoperatively in one case.

Findings:

  • Two patients with TTE underwent transseptal orchidopexy, and one patient with PET underwent simple orchidopexy.
  • All surgical procedures were performed between June 2010 and February 2021.
  • A follow-up period of 10-24 months revealed no postoperative complications in any of the patients.

Implications:

  • This case series highlights the importance of thorough evaluation and appropriate surgical intervention for ectopic testis in children.
  • Further discussion on the pathogenesis, diagnosis, and treatment of testicular ectopia is warranted due to its low incidence and complexity.
  • Successful surgical outcomes underscore the efficacy of orchidopexy in managing these rare pediatric urogenital anomalies.