How is cryptorchidism treated?

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How is cryptorchidism treated?

Philip Werthman, FACS (Director, Center for Male Reproductive Medicine) gives expert video advice on: What is "cryptorchidism"?; How is cryptorchidism treated?; What is "hypospadias"? and more...

Cryptorchidism is treated through two means. Number one is through injections of a hormone called HCG, which can help testicles descend. Or number two, through surgery, where a minor surgical procedure is performed to locate the testicle, free it up, and bring it down into its appropriate position inside the scrotum.

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