Patient's question:
My younger sister's baby recently had an orchiopexy surgery at a hospital. It's been 7 days post-surgery now. He has been resting in bed. Could you please tell me how long it takes for a baby to recover after an orchiopexy surgery? How many days does it take for the wound to heal after the surgery?Doctor's answer:
There are two types of surgical treatment: open surgery and minimally invasive laparoscopic surgery. For example, in both cases, it is necessary to determine which type of surgery should be chosen, such as the position of the infant's testicles. If the testicles are in a lower position, a normal open surgery may be sufficient. However, if the testicles are in a higher position, such as in the abdominal cavity, laparoscopic minimally invasive surgery is necessary, which means the testicles are easier to detach and can be restored to their original position. The wound typically heals in about a week.