Sometimes it is difficult to know the exact cause of cryptorchidism, i.e., non-descent of the testicles. However, there are some risk factors for cryptorchidism in the male. Some of them are listed below:
- Low birth weight.
- Prematurity.
- Alcoholism during pregnancy.
- Exposure to toxins.
- Smoking during pregnancy.
Read the full article on: Cryptorchidism: a testicular disorder causing infertility ( 62).
By Gustavo Daniel Carti M.D. (gynecologist), Marta Barranquero Gómez B.Sc., M.Sc. (embryologist), Paloma de la Fuente Vaquero M.D., Ph.D., M.Sc. (gynecologist), Rebeca Reus BSc, MSc (embryologist) and Cristina Algarra Goosman B.Sc., M.Sc. (psychologist).
Last Update: 06/05/2025
