Orchidopexy: Complete Guide to Procedure & Recovery
An undescended testis is brought down and fixed in the scrotum, usually between 6 and 18 months of age.
- Duration
- About 45–60 minutes
- Anaesthesia
- General anaesthesia
- Hospital stay
- Day care
Paediatric Surgery surgeons for Orchidopexy
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Dr. Ananth Pojala
Paediatric Surgeon
MBBS, MD - Pediatrics, FNB - Pediatric Intensive Care
14+ Years Experience
Orchidopexy in India
Orchidopexy is a paediatric surgery procedure used to treat Undescended Testis. It usually takes about 45–60 minutes under general anaesthesia, and it is usually done as day care.
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It is usually considered for undescended testis. Only a doctor can confirm whether it is right for you after examination. Go Surgery lists 99 paediatric surgery surgeons at 9,365 hospitals across 59 cities, including Delhi NCR, Thane and Pune. Coverage for Orchidopexy depends on your policy and insurer. Please check with your insurer before admission. Compare surgeons and request an appointment to discuss whether Orchidopexy is right for you.
Orchidopexy Surgeons by City
| City | Doctors Listed in This Speciality | Hospitals |
|---|---|---|
| Delhi NCR | 13 | 675 |
| Thane | 7 | 231 |
| Pune | 4 | 296 |
| Bangalore | 3 | 449 |
| Chennai | 3 | 514 |
| Nagpur | 3 | 102 |
| Navi Mumbai | 3 | 126 |
| Bareilly | 2 | 13 |
| Bhopal | 2 | 82 |
| Chandigarh | 2 | 32 |
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| City | Doctors Listed in This Speciality | Hospitals |
|---|---|---|
| Gorakhpur | 2 | 7 |
| Guwahati | 2 | 19 |
| Hyderabad | 2 | 567 |
| Kukatpalli | 2 | 0 |
| Mumbai | 2 | 419 |
| Ranchi | 2 | 147 |
| Tirupati | 2 | 4 |
| Vijayawada | 2 | 63 |
| Agartala | 1 | 34 |
| Bathinda | 1 | 13 |
| Begusarai | 1 | 32 |
| Belagavi | 1 | 6 |
| Bhagalpur | 1 | 25 |
| Bhiwandi | 1 | 0 |
| Bhubaneshwar | 1 | 0 |
| Coimbatore | 1 | 76 |
| Deoghar | 1 | 22 |
| Dombivli | 1 | 0 |
| Dwarka | 1 | 0 |
| Hanamkonda | 1 | 1 |
| Hindupur | 1 | 0 |
| Hosur | 1 | 4 |
| Howrah | 1 | 14 |
| Indore | 1 | 68 |
| Jammu | 1 | 3 |
| Jamshedpur | 1 | 23 |
| Karnal | 1 | 7 |
| Kolkata | 1 | 403 |
| Kozhikode | 1 | 9 |
| Lucknow | 1 | 75 |
| Mahbubnagar | 1 | 1 |
| Margao | 1 | 0 |
| Mathura | 1 | 8 |
| Meerut | 1 | 18 |
| Moradabad | 1 | 4 |
| Muzaffarpur | 1 | 4 |
| Mysore | 1 | 28 |
| Patiala | 1 | 7 |
| Pimpri-Chinchwad | 1 | 3 |
| Prayagraj | 1 | 211 |
| Raipur | 1 | 33 |
| Rajsamand | 1 | 0 |
| Ratlam | 1 | 2 |
| Rohtak | 1 | 11 |
| Satara | 1 | 3 |
| Surat | 1 | 70 |
| Varanasi | 1 | 54 |
| Visakhapatnam | 1 | 63 |
| Warangal | 1 | 4 |
When it's recommended
- Undescended testis
What happens during the procedure
- General anaesthesia (with caudal block)
- Groin incision (or laparoscopy)
- Testis freed and brought down
- Fixed in the scrotum
Recovery
A few days; avoid straddle toys for 2 weeks.
Typical hospital stay: Day care
Risks & complications
- Infection
- Testis moving back up (rare)
- Testicular atrophy (rare)
Orchidopexy cost in India
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Paediatric Surgery hospitals
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Sir Ganga Ram Hospital
Old Rajinder Nagar, Delhi
Allergist · Andrologist · Anesthesiologist
Hospitals Offering Orchidopexy in India
73 hospitals are listed for this speciality. The 8 hospitals with the most listed surgeons are shown.
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FAQs
How long does Orchidopexy take?
About 45–60 minutes. The exact time depends on your case.
Will I need to stay in hospital?
Typical hospital stay: Day care.
What anaesthesia is used?
General anaesthesia. Your anaesthetist will confirm the plan for you.
How long is recovery after Orchidopexy?
A few days; avoid straddle toys for 2 weeks.
Is Orchidopexy covered by insurance?
It is usually covered by health insurance when medically necessary, subject to your policy's terms, waiting periods and sub-limits. Our insurance desk can check your specific policy.
Other Treatments
| Treatment | Duration | Anaesthesia | Hospital Stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy | About 45–90 minutes | General anaesthesia | Same day or 1 day |
| Laparoscopic Hernia Repair | About 45–90 minutes | General anaesthesia | Same day or 1 day |
| Cataract Surgery (Phacoemulsification) | About 15–30 minutes | Topical (drops) or local anaesthesia | No stay — day care |
| Total Knee Replacement | About 1.5–2 hours | Spinal or general anaesthesia | 3–5 days |
| RIRS (Retrograde Intrarenal Surgery) | About 45–90 minutes | General anaesthesia | Same day or 1 day |
| Circumcision | About 20–45 minutes | Local or general anaesthesia | Same day |
| Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) for Varicose Veins | About 45–60 minutes | Local anaesthesia | Same day |
| Laparoscopic Appendectomy | About 45–60 minutes | General anaesthesia | 1–2 days (longer if the appendix had burst) |
| Gynecomastia Surgery | About 1–2 hours | General or local anaesthesia with sedation | Same day |
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