What are the descent of gonads?

The descent of gonads refers to the process by which the testes or ovaries move from their initial position in the abdomen to their final location in the scrotum or pelvic cavity, respectively. In males, the testes descend through the inguinal canal into the scrotum during fetal development, usually completing this process by birth. In females, the ovaries descend to the pelvic cavity but remain in the abdominal region. This descent is crucial for proper reproductive function and is influenced by hormonal factors and the development of surrounding structures.