Laparoscopically assisted testicular autotransplantation for management of the intraabdominal undescended testis.

PURPOSE

The intra-abdominal testis continues to present a considerable urological challenge and the approach to its management continues to evolve. We report our initial experience with laparoscopically assisted testicular autotransplantation.

MATERIALS AND METHODS

An intra-abdominal testicle was identified laparoscopically in 5 patients who subsequently underwent testicular autotransplantation.

RESULTS

The success rate was 100% and median operative time was 5 hours. All patients were discharged home the day after surgery with no complications and a good result.

CONCLUSIONS

Because of success with this technique, this procedure offers significant advantages (decreased hospital stay and lower morbidity) than an open or 2-stage Fowler-Stephens approach.