Cryptorchidism

Overview

4.8 out of 5 (20 Reviews)

Credits

1.50

Post Assessment Questions

9

Start Date

1 Jan 2021

Last Review Date

19 Jan 2024

Expiration Date

31 Dec 2023

Estimated Time To Finish

90 Minutes


 
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Activity Description

Cryptorchidism is the most prevalent congenital defect involving male genitalia and is characterized by the absence of at least one testicle from the scrotum. This condition poses significant challenges in both its diagnosis and management. Cryptorchidism can manifest on either one or both testicles, with a higher frequency of involvement observed in the right testicle. Approximately 3% of full-term and 30% of premature male infants are born with one or both testicles undescended, necessitating a nuanced understanding of this disorder among healthcare professionals. Undescended testes can result in potential long-term complications, such as fertility issues, testicular cancer, testicular torsion, inguinal hernias, and psychological issues, if left untreated.

Testicular descent usually occurs by the seventh month of gestation. However, around 80% of cryptorchid testes descend within the first 3 months after birth, thereby reducing the true incidence to approximately 1%. Clinicians can determine the location of undescended testicles, which are predominantly situated in the inguinal canal but are also potentially found in the abdomen or, in some cases, are entirely absent, using palpation techniques. Spontaneous descent is unlikely if the testis has not descended by 6 months, and surgical correction should be considered. Undescended testes can be repositioned into the scrotum through orchiopexy to minimize risks. This activity reviews the workup of cryptorchidism and describes the role of health professionals working together to manage this condition. This activity discusses the diagnosis and management of cryptorchidism or undescended testes and elucidates the collaborative efforts of interprofessional healthcare providers in managing this condition.


Target Audience

This activity has been designed to meet the educational needs of physicians.

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this activity, the learner will be better able to:

  • Identify the signs and symptoms of cryptorchidism during routine examinations, ensuring early detection and intervention.

  • Implement evidence-based interventions, such as orchiopexy, promptly following diagnosis and adhering to established guidelines to optimize patient outcomes.

  • Assess the psychological impact of cryptorchidism on patients and their families, providing necessary support and counseling to address concerns and ensure holistic care.

  • Coordinate care seamlessly, ensuring smooth transitions between primary care, specialist consultations, and surgical interventions, promoting a continuum of care and improving patient experience.

Disclosures

The Campbell University Jerry M. Wallace School of Osteopathic Medicine (CUSOM) requires instructors, planners, managers, and other individuals who are in a position to control the content of this activity to disclose any real or apparent conflict of interest they or their immediate family may have as related to the content of this activity. All identified conflicts of interest are thoroughly vetted by CUSOM for resolution, to ensure fair balance, scientific objectivity of studies mentioned in the materials or used as the basis for content, and appropriateness of patient care recommendations.

CUSOM will identify, review, and resolve all conflicts of interest that faculty, authors, activity directors, planners, managers, peer reviewers, or relevant staff disclose prior to an educational activity being delivered to learners. Disclosure of a relationship is not intended to suggest or condone bias in any presentation but is made to provide participants with information that might be of potential importance to their evaluation of a presentation. Disclosure information for authors, editors, planners, peer reviewers, and/or relevant staff is provided with this activity.

Continuing Education Accreditation Information

 

 

The Campbell University Jerry M. Wallace School of Osteopathic Medicine (CUSOM) is accredited by the American Osteopathic Association to provide osteopathic continuing medical education for physicians. CUSOM designates this enduring material for a maximum of 1.50 AOA Category 1 B Credits and will report CME credits commensurate with the extent of the physician's participation in the activity.

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  • StatPearls and CUSOM reserve the right to cancel any course due to unforeseen circumstances. StatPearls and CUSOM will not be responsible for other expenses incurred by the participant in the unlikely event that the program is canceled.

Equal Opportunity

  • StatPearls and CUSOM are Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action / Equal Access Institutions. 

Medium or Media Used:

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Instructions for Credit

  1. Register for the activity and create a StatPearls login.     
  2. Review the required accreditation information:  Target audience, learning objectives and disclosure information.
  3. Complete the entire self-study activity.
  4. Complete the post-test assessments.
  5. Successfully pass the post-test with a minimum score of 100%.
  6. Complete the evaluation form.
  7. Obtain a certificate.

StatPearls and CUSOM adheres to AOA Standards regarding commercial support of continuing medical education. It is the policy of StatPearls and Campbell that the faculty and planning committee disclose real or apparent conflicts of interest relating to the topics of this educational activity, that relevant conflict(s) of interest are resolved and also that authors and editors will disclose any unlabeled/unapproved use of drug(s) or device(s) during their presentation. Detailed disclosure will be made prior to starting the activity.

The information provided at this CME/CE activity is for continuing education purposes only and is not meant to substitute for the independent medical/clinical judgment of a healthcare provider relative to diagnostic and treatment options of a specific patient’s medical condition.

This course is intended for osteopathic physicians who wish to earn AOA CME credit. Take this version of the course to ensure you receive appropriate credit.

 

 
 

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