Unusual morphology of isolated male epispadia: A rare case report

Urol Case Rep. 2024 Mar 19:54:102707. doi: 10.1016/j.eucr.2024.102707. eCollection 2024 May.

Abstract

In less than 10% of cases, males may have isolated epispadias, which is caused by failure in the urethral tubularization process, leading to dorsal urethral defect. This case report presents a unique instance where epispadias was associated with ambiguous genitalia. A 5-year-old boy diagnosed with epispadias. The penis resembled external female genitalia, with scrotal skin covering it. He underwent a two-stage operation without complications. The aim of the surgical techniques is to correct these anomalies and restore urinary continence and sexual function. Long-term outcomes of the surgery can vary, which highlights the need for further research.

Keywords: Ambiguous genitalia; Epispadia; Pediatric urology.

Publication types

  • Case Reports