Abstract
PurposeThe aim of this study was to evaluate the feasibility of multi-incisional transumbilical laparoscopic surgery for the management of nonpalpable undescended testes. Material and methodsA series of 126 patients with 162 nonpalpable undescended testes underwent transumbilical laparoscopic surgery. Their mean age was 1.8years (range, 1.1–6.5years). Of the 126 cases, 73 were left-sided, 17 were right-sided, and 36 had bilateral cryptorchidism. Primary orchidopexy and the Fowler–Stephens procedure were used to mobilize the testes. ResultsAll the operations were successfully performed without intraoperative complications. No additional ports or any conversions to an open procedure were required. Of the 162 nonpalpable undescended testes, 21 were absent or atrophied. One-hundred thirteen testes underwent primary orchidopexy, and 28 cases underwent a Fowler–Stephens orchidopexy. Patients were followed-up for 6–15months. Only one case of testicular retraction was observed, and all others maintained a good size and the correct position. The scars were hidden within the umbilicus. ConclusionTransumbilical laparoscopic surgery is safe and feasible for nonpalpable undescended testes, and leaves no obvious abdominal or inguinal scar.
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