Shehata Technique in the Treatment of Intra-abdominal Testis

For patients whose intra-abdominal testicle cannot easily reach the contralateral internal inguinal ring due to a short testicular pedicle, the Shehata procedure will be performed. This technique involves a two-stage laparoscopic orchidopexy that preserves the testicular vessels. In the first stage, the intra-abdominal testicle is fixed above the contralateral iliac crest using prolene vascular suture. Twelve weeks later, a second procedure is performed to position the testicle lower. This approach ensures the preservation of the testicular vessels, vas deferens, and overall circulation.