Cryptorchidism and Fertility

Congenital cryptorchidism, also known as undescended testis, is one of the most common urogenital abnormalities observed in newborn boys. In addition to the congenital form, there is also an acquired form of cryptorchidism. Fertility potential of patients with cryptorchidism has been evaluated by testicular histology and volume, semen quality, reproductive hormone levels, time to conception, and paternity rates. Cryptorchidism is associated with abnormalities in testicular development, and early treatment is recommended to optimize the fertility potential of the patients.