Efficacy and safety of hormonal treatment of cryptorchidism: current state of the art
- 1 May 2007
- journal article
- review article
- Published by Wiley in Acta Paediatrica
- Vol. 96 (5) , 628-630
- https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1651-2227.2007.00238.x
Abstract
To access publisher full text version of this article. Please click on the hyperlink in Additional LinkMeta-analyses of randomised trials using hCG or GnRH for treatment on testicular descent show in most studies overall efficacy of about 20%, less if retractile testes were excluded. In recent years a number of potentially serious side effects have been reported. Conclusion: Considering the efficacy and the possible side effects of the hormonal treatment, the general use of hCG and GnRH in the treatment of cryptorchidism cannot be further recommendedKeywords
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