Boys with a history of severe hypospadias are at increased risk for acquired cryptorchidism and retractile testes. The risk of acquired cryptorchidism increases directly with hypospadias severity. We suggest that the role of prenatal and postnatal androgen disruption, which may link these conditions, be explored further.
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