[One stage urethroplasty by using bladder mucosa for treatment of hypospadias]
Objective:
To investigate the safety, efficacy and morbidity of one stage urethroplasty by using bladder mucosa for treatment of hypospadias.
Methods:
From August 1991 to August 2003, 38 cases of congenital hypospadias were given bladder mucosa flap procedure and one stage urethroplasty.
Results:
Thirty-eight cases of hypospadias treated with one stage urethroplasty by using bladder mucosa were followed up 6 months-9 years after the procedure. The success rate of the operation was 95%. Three cases of urethral fistula after the procedure were surgically repaired again, 2 cases of urethral stricture recovered after distension. The complication markedly lessened, micturation became normal with the reconstructed meatus situated at the proper site on the glands.
Conclusion:
One stage urethroplasty by using bladder mucosa for treatment of hypospadias is a simple, effective and safe surgery.
