Hypospadias: a review.
Can J Surg, 1979/11;22(6):532-7.
Wilkin P, Metcalfe JO, Lakey WH
PMID: 115563
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Abstract
Hypospadias is a common congenital anomaly with a prevalence estimated to be as high as 1 in 125 live male births. Its etiology is not entirely resolved but is embryologic in origin and has been attributed to fusion defects. Several authors believe it is a manifestation of intersex. Experience to date has produced a general consensus with regard to indications, timing and surgical principles for repair of the hypospadiac meatus. While two-stage procedures have been the mainstay of therapy, successful single-stage procedures have recently been developed. The prevention and management of the complications of persistant chordee, fistula and stricture make hypospadias repair one of the more challenging urologic procedures.
MeSH terms
Age Factors; Child, Preschool; Disorders of Sex Development; Diverticulum; Fistula; Hematoma; Humans; Hypospadias; Infant; Male; Methods; Penile Diseases; Penis; Postoperative Complications; Surgical Wound Infection; Urethral Diseases; Urethral Stricture; Urinary Calculi
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