[Application of tunica vaginalis flap for multi-fistulas after urethroplasty in hypospadias].
Raktažodžiai
Santrauka
OBJECTIVE
To discussed a new technique for multi-fistulas after urethroplasty in hypospadias.
METHODS
8 cases with postoperative multi-fistulas, which were not successfully repaired by previous treatment, were reoperated with tunica vaginalis flap combined with urethral stent and elastic dressing. The multi-fistulas were located between glan and scrotum. The number of fistulas was 3-7 (median, 5).
RESULTS
Primary healing was achieved in all the 8 cases. The micturition and esthetic result were satisfied. 5 cases were followed up for 8-10 months with no recurrence of fistula. There was also no dysuria and penile curvature.
CONCLUSIONS
Tunica vaginalis flap combined with urethral stent and elastic dressing is an effective technique for multi-fistulas after urethroplasty. It is easily performed with reliable result.