Failure of Fusion of Epididymis and Testis: A Rare Laparoscopic Finding

Abstract

A case of complete separation between an abdominal testis and the epididymis discovered during diagnostic laparoscopy for impalpable testis is presented. A 13-year-old boy with impalpable testis underwent diagnostic laparoscopy for impalpable testis. The vas on the left side was seen entering a closed internal ring while a small testis was found completely separated and medial to the internal ring.

Key words

cryptorchidism - laparoscopy - impalpable testis

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