Undescended Testicle Repair: Home Care and Complications (Orchiopexy, Orchidopexy)

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Undescended Testicle Repair

Alternate Names : Orchiopexy, Orchidopexy

Undescended Testicle Repair | Preparation & Expectations | Home Care and Complications

What happens later at home?

The wound needs to be cleaned gently and the bandages changed. The man can gradually resume his normal activities as comfort permits. The recovery time is brief for most types of undescended testicle repair.

What are the potential complications after the procedure?

There are complications with any surgery or anesthesia. These include bleeding, infection, and allergic reactions to the anesthesia medications.

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Undescended Testicle Repair: Preparation & Expectations

Author: Stuart Wolf, MD
Reviewer: Gail Hendrickson, RN, BS
Date Reviewed: 03/08/01

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