One Stage vs. Two Stage Gubernaculum Sparing Laparoscopic Orchidopexy (GSLO)

The patient will initially receive the first stage of the two-stage technique which involves the ligation of testicular vessels laparoscopically, or transection of these vessels using cautery. After the first stage is complete, the patient will be seen approximately 3-6 months later for the second stage. The second stage of the procedure involves free mobilization of the testis and placement/fixation of the testicle in the scrotum.

The patient will receive only one surgical procedure during which ligation of testicular vessels is performed, as well as mobilization of the testis and placement/fixation of the testicle in the scrotum.