Cryptorchidism is the most common congenital defect of the male genitalia, occurring in about 3% of full-term male births. Spontaneous resolution and testicular descent will occur in 80% of neonates by the age of three months. For testicles that remain undescended at 6 months of age or later, surgery is recommended. Diagnostic methods and imaging are reviewed, as well as the management of bilateral impalpable testes, which present a unique diagnostic and therapeutic challenge. Recent developments include laparoscopic orchiopexies, the use of internal abdominal testicular fixation techniques, and new recommendations regarding the optimal timing of corrective surgeryParticipants in this activity gain insights into the indications and techniques of orchiopexy, including recent advancements such as laparoscopic procedures and internal abdominal testicular fixation techniques. To optimize care for infants and children with cryptorchidism, collaboration with an interprofessional team comprising pediatricians, pediatric surgeons or urologists, caregivers, and patients is emphasized. Through interdisciplinary collaboration, healthcare professionals enhance their ability to provide comprehensive care, ensuring timely diagnosis, appropriate intervention, and long-term management.
- Provider:StatPearls, LLC
- Activity Link: https://www.statpearls.com/ArticleLibrary/viewarticle/26309
- Start Date: 2023-09-01 05:00:00
- End Date: 2023-09-01 05:00:00
- Credit Details: AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™️: 1.0 hours
Nursing: 1.0 hours
Pharmacy: 1.0 hours - MOC Credit Details: ABS - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Accredited CME (ABS)
ABPATH - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning (ABPATH)
ABA - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning (ABA)
ABTS - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Accredited CME (ABTS)
ABS - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Self-Assessment (ABS)
ABP - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning and Self-Assessment (ABP)
ABTS - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Self-Assessment (ABTS) - Commercial Support: No
- Activity Type: Enduring Material
- CME Finder Type: Online Learning
- Fee to Participate: Variable
- Measured Outcome: Learner Knowledge, Learner/Team Competence
- Provider Ship: Directly Provided
- Registration: Open to all
- Specialty: General Pediatrics, General Surgery, Hospital Medicine, Male Genital, Non-Thoracic Surgery, Pediatric Anesthesia, Pediatric Surgery