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Fertility in cryptorchidism

An overview in 1987

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Both hormonal and surgical treatment of cryptorchidism have undergone an evolution, resulting in improved management of this condition. Current factors influencing fertility are reviewed, with regard to present and future treatment.

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Abbreviations

CTH:

compensatory testicular hypertrophy

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  1. Section of Pediatric Urology, Department of Urology, New York Medical College, Macy Pavilion, 10595, Valhalla, NY, USA

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  2. the Westchester County Medical Center, Macy Pavilion, 10595, Valhalla, NY, USA

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Kogan, S.J. Fertility in cryptorchidism. Eur J Pediatr 146 (Suppl 2), S21–S24 (1987). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF00452863

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