[Crossed testicular ectopia in indigenous child]

Cir Pediatr. 2011 Jan;24(1):62-4.
[Article in Spanish]

Abstract

The crossed testicular ectopia is an extremely rare entity, characterized by migration of both testicles in the same inguinal canal, often associated with symptomatic inguinal hernia and cryptorchidism in the contralateral side. About one hundred cases have been published in the literature. We report a case of crossed testicular ectopia in brazilian indigenous boy, aged two years old, with a favorable post operative.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • English Abstract

MeSH terms

  • Brazil
  • Child, Preschool
  • Humans
  • Indians, South American
  • Male
  • Testis / abnormalities*
  • Testis / surgery