Use of a de-epithelialized local skin flap in hypospadias repairs accomplished by tubularization of the incised urethral plate

Abstract

Objectives Results Sixteen patients have returned for follow-up, and all patients have an excellent cosmetic and functional result with an elliptical glanular meatus. There have been no cases of fistula or meatal stenosis. Conclusions Distal hypospadias repair utilizing a de-epithelialized local skin flap to cover a tubularized incised urethral plate gives an excellent cosmetic and functional result. Optimal blood supply to the ultimate skin coverage is preserved, and penile torsion is avoided.