What are Regressive Changes of the Testis or Epididymis?

Regressive Changes of the Testis or Epididymis
Histopathological examination (HPE) of resected gonads showing atrophic seminiferous tubules (×20). A rare case report of 46XY mixed gonadal dysgenesis. Arora R, Datta S, Thukral A, Chakraborty P, Ghosh S, Mukhopadhyay S, Chowdhury S - Indian journal of endocrinology and metabolism (2013). Not Altered. CC.

Regressive changes of the testis or epididymis are abnormal development to the testis or epididymis, congenital or acquired.

Regressive changes of the testis or epididymis include:

  • Testicular atrophy
  • Decreased fertility