Ectopic testes, bilateral

This code signifies a congenital condition where both testes have not descended into the scrotum and are located outside their normal pathway. These ectopic testes may be found in various locations, such as the superficial inguinal pouch, femoral canal, or perineum, but are distinct from undescended testes (cryptorchidism) which are arrested along the normal descent path.

Apply this code when documentation explicitly states "ectopic testes, bilateral" or describes the presence of both testes in an abnormal, non-scrotal location outside the normal descent pathway. This diagnosis is typically made during physical examination in infancy or childhood, or through imaging studies.

• Differentiate from cryptorchidism (undescended testes) which has distinct codes (e.g., Q53.1x, Q53.2x).
• Ensure documentation specifies "bilateral" to support this specific code; otherwise, unilateral ectopic testes would be coded differently.
• This code is typically a primary diagnosis for surgical correction (e.g., orchiopexy) or for ongoing management.