Undescended Testes Diagnosis
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How to Diagnose Undescended Testes
Your doctor will ask about your symptoms and medical history, and perform a physical examination. A diagnosis of undescended testes is usually made by a pediatrician based on the fact is one or both of the child's testes cannot be felt within his scrotum. Additional tests may include the following:
- Radiographic imaging- MRI and CT have been shown to be more accurate than ultrasound in identifying intra-abdominal testes.
- Laparoscopy -a surgical procedure using a tiny video camera inserted within a small “keyhole” incision in the scrotum. This can identify the presence of a testicle within the abdomen, and can potentially then be used as treatment, as well.
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