Question
Can minimally invasive surgery be performed on children with cryptorchidism?
Answer
Cryptorchidism in children is a congenital disease that commonly occurs. Usually, the testicles will drop into the scrotum around the age of 1. If they do not descend naturally after the age of 1, medication or surgery may be necessary. Cryptorchidism surgery is a more thorough treatment method, and many people choose this approach. Generally, the appropriate age for surgery is between 7 and 8 years old. We can perform both laparoscopic surgery and traditional surgery simultaneously. For bilateral cryptorchidism and high cryptorchidism, laparoscopic surgery (also known as minimally invasive surgery) is a more suitable option. The surgery usually requires hospitalization for about one week. Laparoscopic surgery is a minimally invasive procedure with relatively fast recovery, but it may sometimes be converted to open surgery depending on the difficulty and situation of the operation. Overall, cryptorchidism surgery is a good treatment option, but it’s important to choose the right time for surgery, neither too early nor too late.