A surgical method to preserve testicular function and restore cosmetic appearance in hypogonadal men.

Abstract

PURPOSE:

Maintenance of spermatogenesis in hypogonadotropic hypogonadal patients is possible and is an objective to be actively pursued. Gonadotropin releasing hormone and gonadotropin/ testosterone therapy can develop and maintain sex characteristics and spermatogenesis such that even small gonads should be preserved. An empty scrotum, like any other congenital or acquired condition compromising the size of the genitalia, can produce serious psychosexual problems and have an extremely negative effect on normal social life.

MATERIALS AND METHODS:

In 2 adolescents affected by Kallmann's syndrome with testes of infantile volume 1 gonad was transferred to the contralateral hemiscrotum and replaced by an adult testicular prosthesis.

RESULTS:

There were no postoperative complications. The cosmetic results were considered satisfactory by the patients and their parents.

CONCLUSIONS:

When possible and when there is no risk of physiological repercussions, every effort should be made to normalize the appearance of the genital area for strong psychological reasons.

• Authors: F Ferro, P Borrelli, M C Lucchetti
• Journal: The Journal of urology (J Urol) Vol. 171 Issue 6 Pt 1 Pg. 2368-70 (Jun 2004) ISSN: 0022-5347 [Print] United States
• PMID: 15126824 (Publication Type: Journal Article)

Topics

• Adolescent
• Humans
• Hypogonadism (surgery)
• Kallmann Syndrome (surgery)
• Male
• Testis (physiology, surgery)