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Buried penis: a surgical repair
Y Kubota1, N Ishii, H Watanabe
1Department of Urology, Yamagata University School of Medicine, Japan.
Urologia Internationalis
|January 1, 1991
Summary
Surgical reconstruction effectively treated buried penis in 15 of 16 boys, achieving satisfactory cosmetic results after at least a 5-year follow-up. This study details the surgical technique used for this condition.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Surgery
- Urology
- Reconstructive Surgery
Background:
- Buried penis is a congenital condition requiring surgical intervention.
- Previous surgical methods have varying success rates.
- Long-term outcomes for surgical reconstruction are crucial for patient satisfaction.
Purpose of the Study:
- To introduce and evaluate a specific surgical technique for buried penis reconstruction.
- To assess the long-term cosmetic and functional outcomes of the procedure.
- To review surgical records and patient follow-up data.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective review of 16 boys undergoing surgical reconstruction for buried penis between 1979 and 1983.
- Detailed description of the surgical technique employed.
- Minimum 5-year follow-up to assess outcomes.
Main Results:
- Satisfactory cosmetic appearance was achieved in 15 out of 16 boys.
- The surgical technique demonstrated a high success rate.
- No major complications were reported during the follow-up period.
Conclusions:
- The described surgical technique is effective for correcting buried penis in pediatric patients.
- Long-term satisfactory outcomes can be expected following this reconstructive procedure.
- This method offers a reliable solution for improving the appearance of the penis in affected boys.