ArticleThe British journal of radiology2021
Apparent diffusion coefficient values of cryptorchid testes and malignant transformation of cryptorchidism (MTC) (seminoma) in postpubertal patients.
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- MRI analysis of androgen insensitivity syndrome.BMC medical imaging · 2026Article
- Research progress on testicular torsion secondary to inguinal cryptorchidism.Frontiers in pediatrics · 2026Review
- Spigelian-Cryptorchidism Syndrome in Pediatrics: Diagnostic Value of Ultrasound and Magnetic Resonance Imaging.Cureus · 2025Article
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Abstract
objectivesDiffusion-weighted imaging signal contrast can be quantified by apparent diffusion coefficient (ADC) maps, which reflect the diffusion properties of the examined tissue and are helpful for identifying pathology. To determine ADC values of cryptorchid testes in post-pubertal patients and assess performance for characterizing cryptorchid testes.
methodsThe medical records from 35 patients with unilateral scrotal vacuity were retrospectively reviewed. Data were analyzed in three groups: Group A, normal testes (
resultsMean ADC values for normal testes, cryptorchid testes, and MTC were 1.18 ± 0.18×10
conclusionADC values of cryptorchid testes may be used to inform clinical decision-making and also monitor testicular function in patients who retain undescended testicles or post-operatively. ADVANCES IN KNOWLEDGE: Mean ADC values of cryptorchidism and MTC (seminoma) were used to reflect their pathological features.
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