Abstract
The authors have concluded that if orchidopexy is performed earlier than 2 years of age, it improves subsequent testicular catch-up growth. To support this conclusion, the data must be, at a minimum, adjusted for age and standard deviation, eg, by using the testicular volume chart. 1 Kuijper E.A. van Kooten J. Verbeke J.L. et al. Ultrasonographically measured testicular volumes in 0-6 year old boys. Hum Reprod. 2008; 23: 792-796 Crossref PubMed Scopus (62) Google Scholar In addition, the authors should provide the original data of testicular volumes, which may provide adequate statistical support for the author's hypothesis. Testicular Catch up Growth: The Impact of Orchiopexy AgeUrologyVol. 78Issue 4PreviewTo compare the long-term follow-up growth of congenital, unilaterally palpable, undescended testes after orchiopexy according to age at the time of surgery. The optimal age for surgical treatment remains controversial. Full-Text PDF
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