The introduction of a mid-urethral stent for hypospadias surgery in toilet-trained children
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This retrospective study evaluates a modified stenting technique for hypospadias repair in toilet-trained boys, using a mid-urethral stent that preserves continence while allowing normal voiding. Analysis of 96 toilet-trained patients showed the continence-preserving approach was as safe as standard methods, with comparable complication rates and potentially lower fistula risk.
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- Mid-urethral stent (MUS) preserves continence in toilet-trained boys during hypospadias repair by terminating distal to the sphincter.
- MUS showed no increase in stent-related complications (dislodgement, obstruction) compared to standard incontinence-inducing stents.
- Fistula rates were lower with continent drainage (1/44) versus incontinent drainage (7/52) in this retrospective cohort.
- Continence-preserving stenting is a safe alternative that maintains normal voiding function during the postoperative healing period.
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How to cite: GlobalCastMD. The introduction of a mid-urethral stent for hypospadias surgery in toilet-trained children. GlobalCastMD Medical Library. 2024-09-23. https://dev.library.globalcastmd.com/article/9200?via_space=staycurrentmd
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