Question

What is Ectopic Testis

Answer 1

This is a rare ab­normality in which the testis descends to an abnormal location, which is out­side the normal route of descent, eg, the pubic region, thigh or perineum. The factors responsible for the produc­tion of this anomaly are unclear. It has been suggested that a part of the gubernaculum passes to an abnormal lo­cation and the testis follows it. Like the undescended testis, an ectopic testis also fails to produce spermatozoa and has an increased risk to develop can­cer.