Anorchism versus cryptorchidism: the importance of a diligent search for intra-abdominal testes

J Urol. 1978 May;119(5):707-8. doi: 10.1016/s0022-5347(17)57598-9.

Abstract

We reviewed 13 cases of testicular tumors arising in cryptorchid, intra-abdominal testes. All types of germinal neoplasms were found, seminoma being the most common. Of the 13 patients 5 had undergone limited exploration previously, with no testis being identified and, thus, were thought to have had unilateral anorchism. The importance of a thorough exploration of the peritoneal cavity is emphasized.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Choriocarcinoma / complications
  • Cryptorchidism / complications
  • Cryptorchidism / diagnosis*
  • Diagnosis, Differential
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Teratoma / complications
  • Testicular Neoplasms / complications
  • Testis / abnormalities*