Objective To introduce an effective method to repair failed hypospadias. Methods From October 1998 to October 2002, 8 cases of failed penoscrotal junction hypospadias were repaired by repeated use of scrotal septum vesicular pedicle island flap to reconstruct urethra. The patientsranged in ages from 4 to 8 years. Results All flaps in 8 patients survived, the reconstructed urethra was big and smooth. After a follow up of 6-12 months, the satisfactory appearance and normal urinary stream were obtained. No complications were found. Conclusion This method is an effective operative procedure to repair failed hypospadias and is a simple and convenient operation.
Citation: YANG Mingyong,LI Senkai,LI Yangqun,et al.. REPEATED USE OF SCROTAL SEPTUM FLAP TO REPAIR FAILED HYPOSPADIAS. Chinese Journal of Reparative and Reconstructive Surgery, 2004, 18(6): 462-463. doi: Copy