Designed for veterinarians and veterinary technicians looking for a practical, systematic approach to locating retained testicles using ultrasound before surgery.
 
Instructor: Eric Lindquist, DMV (Italy), DABVP (Canine & Feline), Cert. IVUSS, Founder & CEO of SonoPath
On-demand video reference
Approximate Study Time: self-paced review
 
Course Overview:
A missing testicle can turn a routine neuter into a diagnostic challenge. Cryptorchid Hunt provides a practical, sequential ultrasound approach for locating retained testicles in dogs and cats, helping clinicians confidently evaluate cryptorchid patients before surgery.
 
This focused module walks through the anatomical pathway from the inguinal canal to the kidney, demonstrating a systematic search strategy rather than relying on guesswork.
 
Course Objectives:
Using this resource guide, you will
Understand the anatomical pathway of testicular descent
Apply a systematic ultrasound approach to cryptorchid searches
Follow the inguinal canal and abdominal structures during evaluation
Improve efficiency when searching for an undescended testicle
Use ultrasound findings to support surgical decision-making
 
What’s Included:
Lifetime access to this SonoPath Education course
Video Reference
Bonus Resources to help you on your SonoPath to Success including
SDEP® Anatomy for Beginners Keynote
Twinkle Artifact
Urine Catecholamine Test
And more!