title: Laparoscopic-assisted orchidopexy: a new approach to the impalpable testis.
abstract: A new technique for a single-stage laparoscopic mobilization and fixation of impalpable testes is described. It offers the advantages of minimally invasive surgery and keeps other options available, including a two-stage procedure. Early results are encouraging, and a multicenter trial is necessary for further evaluation.
authors.affiliation: Department of Surgery, King Khalid National Guard Hospital, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
authors.forename: A H
authors.initials: AH
authors.lastname: Nassar
mesh_terms: D002648:Child; D003456:Cryptorchidism / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D007223:Infant; D010535:Laparoscopy / Q000379:methods*; D008297:Male; D012611:Scrotum / Q000601:surgery*; D016896:Treatment Outcome