Cryptorchidism (Noun)
Meaning
Failure of one or both testes to move into the scrotum as the male fetus develops.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- Cryptorchidism is a condition where one or both testes fail to descend into the scrotum during fetal development.
- Undescended testes, also known as cryptorchidism, is a common congenital condition affecting infant boys.
- In some cases, cryptorchidism can be detected during a fetal ultrasound, but usually, it is diagnosed at birth or later during childhood.
- Cryptorchidism can increase the risk of testicular cancer, so early detection and treatment are essential for male children.
- A male infant diagnosed with cryptorchidism typically undergoes a physical examination, and imaging tests to determine the testicle's location.