[Diagnostic laparoscopy in non-palpable testis].

In this article we present our experience with diagnostic laparoscopies in 45 patients with a total of 48 impalpable testes. Laparoscopy was performed before surgical exploration, in the same operative set-up. No complications were seen.

The value of laparoscopy in the management of the impalpable cryptorchid testis.

From January 1981 till October 1991, 47 diagnostic laparoscopies were performed in 50 impalpable testicles. In total, 28 intra-abdominal testes were found. In 14 cases no testes were found, but a deferential duct and vessels were seen.