About Open Orchidopexy
Key Highlights
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Effectively corrects undescended testicles, improving long-term health outcomes.Preserves fertility by bringing the testicle into the cooler scrotal environment.Significantly reduces the future risk of testicular cancer.Prevents complications such as testicular torsion and inguinal hernias.Improves cosmetic appearance and psychological well-being.High success rate with a single procedure in most cases./ul
Who is this surgery for?
- Diagnosis of cryptorchidism (undescended testicle) that has not descended on its own by 6-12 months of age.
- Testicle located in the abdomen, inguinal canal, or high in the scrotum (high scrotal).
- Retractile testicle that does not remain in the scrotum consistently.
- To prevent future infertility and hormonal production issues.
- To reduce the long-term risk of testicular malignancy.
- To correct an associated inguinal hernia often present with an undescended testicle.
- To prevent testicular torsion or trauma to a malpositioned testicle.
How to prepare
- A thorough physical examination and possibly an ultrasound to locate the testicle.
- Complete pre-operative medical evaluation, including blood tests.
- Discussion of anesthesia options (general anesthesia is standard).
- Fasting for 6-8 hours before surgery as instructed by the surgical team.
- Informing the surgeon about all medications, vitamins, or supplements the patient is taking.
- Arranging for transportation and post-operative care at home, especially for children.
Risks & possible complications
- Standard surgical risks such as bleeding, infection, or adverse reaction to anesthesia.
- Injury to surrounding structures like the vas deferens or blood vessels.
- Testicular atrophy (shrinkage) due to compromised blood supply.
- Recurrence where the testicle moves back out of the scrotum.
- Persistent pain or discomfort in the groin or scrotum.
- Scarring at the incision site.
- Rare risk of damage to the testicle itself.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Hospital discharge usually occurs on the same day or after one night of observation.
- Manage pain with prescribed or over-the-counter pain relievers as directed.
- Keep the surgical area clean and dry; sponge baths are recommended initially.
- Avoid strenuous activities, heavy lifting, and sports for 2-4 weeks.
- Young children should avoid playground equipment and rough play during recovery.
- Attend all scheduled follow-up appointments to monitor healing and testicle position.
- Watch for signs of infection (redness, fever, pus) and contact the doctor if they occur.
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Typical hospital stay: 0-1 days
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Expected recovery time: 2-3 weeks
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering open orchidopexy in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for open orchidopexy in India include Miot Hospital Chennai, Kamineni Hospital LB Nagar, Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Manipal Hospital Bhubaneswar, Manipal Hospital Dwarka, known for experienced specialists and advanced surgical infrastructure.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform open orchidopexy. MediFyr helps you compare urologists and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for open orchidopexy compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for Open Orchidopexy in India
These partner hospitals in India have dedicated urology teams and experience managing patients undergoing open orchidopexy.
Pari Miller is a 4-year-old boy...
Pari Miller is a 4-year-old boy with a love for dinosaurs and running around his backyard. His parents, first-time parents in their late 30s, noticed his right testicle was not in the scrotum during diaper changes as an infant. Their pediatrician monitored it, hoping it would descend on its own, but it never did. During a routine check-up before starting preschool, the pediatrician confirmed the undescended testicle (cryptorchidism) was still high in the groin. She referred them to a pediatric urologist, Dr. Evans, who explained that leaving it could increase future risks of infertility, hernia, or testicular torsion. He recommended an open orchidopexy to carefully move the testicle into the scrotum and secure it. The day of surgery was nerve-wracking for Pari's parents, though the hospital staff was wonderful with him, letting him bring his favorite stuffed triceratops. The procedure itself, under general anesthesia, lasted about an hour and was successful. Recovery involved a few days of careful play, managing mild discomfort with pain medication, and a follow-up visit to check the healing. A month later, Pari was back to his energetic self, with the testicle now in the correct position. His parents felt a huge wave of relief, having turned their long-held worry into proactive care, and were grateful they could address this early for his long-term health.
Urologists for Open Orchidopexy
Explore experienced urologists who regularly perform open orchidopexy and provide pre- and post-operative care in India.
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