Orchidopexy Treatment in India

Rohan Das is a 6-year-old boy...

Rohan Das is a 6-year-old boy from a small town in West Bengal. He lives with his parents and younger sister. His father is a schoolteacher, and his mother runs a small tailoring business from home. Rohan is an active, curious child who loves playing cricket with his friends. During a routine school health check-up, the doctor noted that Rohan's right testicle could not be felt in the scrotum. His parents had never noticed anything unusual before. The school doctor referred them to a pediatrician, who confirmed the diagnosis of an undescended testicle (cryptorchidism) on the right side. The pediatrician explained that the testicle was likely in his groin and had not completed its natural descent after birth. He referred the family to a urologist, Dr. Mehta. Dr. Mehta was gentle and explained to Rohan's worried parents that leaving the testicle undescended could increase future risks of infertility, hernias, and testicular cancer. He recommended an orchidopexy, a surgical procedure to move and secure the testicle in the scrotum. He assured them it was a common and safe surgery for children. Rohan was admitted for day surgery. The anesthesiologist helped him feel calm before the procedure. The surgery, performed laparoscopically through a small incision in his groin and another in his scrotum, lasted about an hour. Rohan woke up in recovery feeling groggy but was soon comforted by his parents. Post-procedure, Rohan experienced some soreness and swelling, managed with children's pain medication. He had to avoid rough play and sports for about four weeks. At his six-week follow-up, Dr. Mehta confirmed the testicle was healing perfectly in its new position. Rohan was back to playing cricket with his friends, with no restrictions. Before the surgery, Rohan's parents were anxious, feeling guilty for not noticing the condition earlier and worried about the risks of surgery on their young son. Rohan himself was confused and a little scared of the hospital. After the smooth procedure and recovery, their anxiety turned to immense relief. Seeing Rohan return to his cheerful, active self without complications gave them peace of mind. They felt grateful for the early detection and proactive care.