[Application of the scrotal axial skin flap in hypospadias repair]

Zhonghua Zheng Xing Wai Ke Za Zhi. 2000 Sep;16(5):277-80.
[Article in Chinese]

Abstract

Objective: To present a new and reliable method for treatment of failed hypospadias repair.

Method: The scrotal axial skin flap based on anterior scrotal vessels was designed and used in reconstruction of the urethra. 7 patients with failed hypospadias repair have been treated with this method since 1996.

Result: There was no any complication in all the patients.

Conclusion: The advantages of this method are that the flap has good blood supply and the potentiality of growth. It is suitable for treatment of hypospadias, especially the failed hypospadias repair.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • English Abstract

MeSH terms

  • Adolescent
  • Adult
  • Child
  • Humans
  • Hypospadias / surgery*
  • Male
  • Scrotum / blood supply
  • Surgical Flaps / blood supply*
  • Urethra / surgery*