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Is prevention of cryptorchidism possible?

By Rebeca Reus BSc, MSc (embryologist).
Last Update: 02/28/2022

Cryptorchidism cannot be prevented, as it is a developmental disorder that occurs before birth. However, its consequences can be prevented by early surgical treatment: thanks to surgery in the first year of life, the negative impact of cryptorchidism on fertility and the risk of testicular cancer can be reduced.

 Rebeca Reus
Rebeca Reus
BSc, MSc
Embryologist
Degree in Human Biology (Biochemistry) from the Pompeu Fabra University (UPF). Official Master's Degree in Clinical Analysis Laboratory from the UPF and Master’s Degree about the Theoretical Basis and Laboratory Procedures in Assisted Reproduction from the University of Valencia (UV).
Embryologist. Degree in Human Biology (Biochemistry) from the Pompeu Fabra University (UPF). Official Master's Degree in Clinical Analysis Laboratory from the UPF and Master’s Degree about the Theoretical Basis and Laboratory Procedures in Assisted Reproduction from the University of Valencia (UV).