There is no way to prevent this condition because the exact cause is not known.
Prognosis
The outlook is best if the condition is recognized and corrected before 2 years of age.
Orchiopexy may reduce the risk of infertility because normal sperm production requires the cooler temperature found in the scrotum. After treatment, 50% to 65% of males with 2 undescended testicles are fertile, and 85% with a single undescended testicle are fertile.
Orchiopexy increases the likelihood of early detection of a testicular cancer. The procedure also may reduce the risk of developing cancer if done an early age.