This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Urology, Subject name: Surgery
Best time for surgery of undescended testis is 
Select and explain. 
A. Just after bih, B. 6 months of age, C. 12 months of age, D. 24 months of age
C: 12 months of age
Answer: C: 12 months of age 
Explanation: Orchidopexy is usually performed after the age of 1 year to avoid the risks of operating on a tiny patient. Testes should be brought down into the scrotum before the boy stas school.Orchidopexy during the second year of life is currently recommended by paediatric surgeons. Orchidopexy before 2 years of age improves feility, may reduce the risk of malignancy and has psychological benefits. Reference : page1378 and 77 Bailey and Love's sho practice of surgery 25th edition