UNDESCENDED Meaning and
Definition
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Undescended refers to a condition where a particular organ, usually a testicle in males, has failed to move from its original position within the body during embryonic development. This term is commonly used to describe an undescended testicle, medically known as cryptorchidism.
In the case of an undescended testicle, the organ remains inside the abdomen or gets stuck along the pathway between the abdomen and the scrotum. Normally, during the fetal stage, the testicles develop in the abdomen and then descend into the scrotum before birth. However, in some individuals, either one or both testicles fail to complete this descent.
Diagnosis of an undescended testicle is typically made when a healthcare professional physically examines the scrotum and abdominal area. An undescended testicle may be associated with various complications such as an increased risk of testicular cancer, reduced fertility, and testicular torsion (twisting of the testicle).
Treatment options for undescended testicles depend on the age of the individual and the specific circumstances. In some cases, the testicle may descend naturally within the first few months of life. However, if the descent does not occur on its own, medical interventions like hormone therapy or surgical procedures may be recommended to reposition the testicle into the scrotum. It is essential to address an undescended testicle to avoid potential complications and ensure proper reproductive health in adulthood.
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Not descended, noting a testicle which is retained within the abdomen.
A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.
Common Misspellings for UNDESCENDED
- yndescended
- hndescended
- jndescended
- indescended
- 8ndescended
- 7ndescended
- ubdescended
- umdescended
- ujdescended
- uhdescended
- unsescended
- unxescended
- uncescended
- unfescended
- unrescended
- uneescended
- undwscended
- undsscended
- unddscended
Etymology of UNDESCENDED
The word "undescended" consists of two parts: "un-" and "descended".
The prefix "un-" is derived from Old English and has the meaning of "not" or "opposite". It is commonly used to form negative or opposite adjectives, meaning that something lacks or does not have a particular quality.
The term "descended" is the past participle of the verb "descend", which ultimately comes from the Latin word "descendere". The Latin word is a combination of the prefix "de-" (meaning "down") and the verb "scandere" (meaning "to climb"). Hence, "descend" means "to go down" or "to move from a higher to a lower position".
Similar spelling words for UNDESCENDED
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