ectopic testes

definition

one that is located in an aberrant position off the path of normal descent.

diagnostic procedures

ultrasonography

CT scan

ultrasound

tumography

causes

symptoms

empty scrotum

unpalpable testes

pain in the inguinal groin

down syndrome

treatment

hormonal therapy

orchiopexy

infertility

pre-term delivery

obesity of the mother during pregnancy

cigarette smoking and alcohol use during pregnancy

care plan

instruct parents and child in activity restrictions and play appropriate to age and trauma of surgery

provide parents with information about orchiopexy

administer antibiotics therapy as ordered to treat infection

apply ice to the scrotal area post operation for 10-20 minutes

nursing intervention

administer fluid as ordered to treat dehydration

administer antibiotics to treat infection and iv fluids as ordered; maintain patent catheters and provide catheter care.

administer analgesic as prescribed and according to the assessment of pain