Urethrocutaneous Fistula Research Articles

Role of Long-Chain Cyanoacrylate as an Adjunct Interposition Layer in Repair of Hypospadias and Urethrocutaneous Fistula in Children: A Novel Technique.

Purpose Hypospadias is an anomaly wherein the urethral opening is ectopically located on the ventral aspect of the penis. The most common complications after hypospadias repair are urethrocutaneous fistula (UCF) and meatal stenosis. Long Chain Cyanoacrylate (LCCA) tissue adhesive promises safety, feasibility, and durability due to its tensile strength and bacteriostatic and hemostatic properties. We conducted this study to ascertain whether LCCA tissue adhesive can prove a more effective adjunct to traditional suturing techniques. Methods Patients were divided into two groups. Group A underwent surgery with conventional reconstruction of the neourethral tube along with the buttressing layer using Buck's fascia or Tunica Vaginalis. In addition to the traditional procedure of GroupA, Group B patients were administered a layer of LCCA tissue adhesive as an adjunct between the neourethral suture line and the buttressing layer. Patients were followed up for six months and were evaluated for complications like UCF, meatal stenosis, hematoma, skin infection, glans dehiscence, and flap necrosis. Results Thirty-eight children in the age group 1-6 years were studied, of which 20 were in Group A and 18 in Group B. Among patients of Group A seven (35%)developed complications. In contrast, only four (22.2%)patients developed complications in Group B. The statistical significance in the complication rates between the two groups could not be achieved due to the modest sample size. However, the numerical and proportional reduction in the number of complications was noted. Conclusion LCCA adhesive as an adjunct numerically reduces the number of complications compared to traditional suturing alone in patients undergoing surgery for hypospadias and UCF.

Reducing fistula rate in hypospadias repair: A comparative study between standard tubularized incised plate repair and incorporation of a layer of spongiosum tissue

The most prevalent complication in hypospadias repair is fistula formation. Adhering to the principle of providing urethroplasty coverage to mitigate fistula occurrence, we implemented a modification by integrating a spongiosum layer between the urethroplasty and the dartos flap. Our hypothesis posited that this approach would result in a reduced fistula formation rate. This study is a comparative analysis involving patients under 18 years of age who underwent primary hypospadias repair. The cases were allocated into two groups. In the study group, in addition to performing tubularized incised plate (TIP) repair, a spongiosum layer harvested from both sides of the urethra was used to cover the urethroplasty (modification of the Y-to-I urethroplasty). The control group underwent a standard TIP repair. The primary outcome was to assess urethrocutaneous fistula formation. Secondary outcomes included evaluating the development of meatal stenosis and glans dehiscence, along with assessing cosmetic results by the Hypospadias Objective Penile Evaluation (HOPE) score. Overall, 154 hypospadias cases were included in the study. Eighty-seven patients (56%) were allocated to the study group, and 67 (44%) were allocated to the control group. Urethrocutaneous fistula developed in 3 (3.4%) and 11 (16.4%) patients in the study and control group, respectively (p=0.006). Glans dehiscence occurred in 2 (2.3%) patients in the study group and 4 (6%) patients in the control group (p=0.198). Meatal stenosis was observed in 4 (4.6%) patients in the study group and 5 (7.5%) patients in the control (p=0.452). The mean HOPE score was 59 in both groups (p=0.36). This study details our encounters with the novel modification and compares the results with standard TIP. Our data suggest that adding a layer of spongiosum tissue over the urethroplasty reduces the complication of urethrocutaneous fistula without increasing the occurrence of dehiscence, significant meatal stenosis, or compromising cosmetic outcomes. We advocate for implementing the described surgical modification as a viable option for hypospadias repair.

Urethral Outcomes of the Labia Minora Ring Flap for Metoidioplasty and Phalloplasty

ObjectivesTo determine urethral outcomes of single-stage metoidioplasty and radial forearm free flap (RFFF) phalloplasty using the labia minora ring flap for urethral lengthening. MethodsA retrospective review was performed of patients undergoing single-stage metoidioplasty and RFFF phalloplasty utilizing the labia minora ring flap technique. The ring flap consists of endodermal labia minora tissue ventral to the clitoris and surrounding the vaginal introitus. During metoidioplasty, the ring flap accounts for the entirety of urethral lengthening. During RFFF phalloplasty, the ring flap becomes the pars fixa (PF) urethra. The primary outcomes measured were rates of fistula, stricture, and surgical revision. ResultsBetween November 2017 and August 2023, 311 patients underwent metoidioplasty or RFFF phalloplasty (mean follow-up 37 months). Of the 69 metoidioplasties, urethrocutaneous fistulas developed in 11 patients (16%); strictures occurred in 4 (6%). Of the 242 phalloplasty patients, there were 71 fistulas (29%), 56 of which resolved spontaneously. Strictures developed in 44 patients (18%). Twenty-five patients (10%) developed both a stricture and fistula. Surgical repair was required in 8/69 (12%) metoidioplasty patients and in 46/242 (19%) RFFF phalloplasty patients for an overall revision rate of 17%. ConclusionsUrethral lengthening during metoidioplasty or RFFF phalloplasty can be accomplished in a single stage using the labia minora ring flap with comparable surgical revision rates to previously described techniques. This approach can also be applied to other phalloplasty techniques. Many fistulas of the PF urethra resolve spontaneously. Higher urethral revision rates were seen in phalloplasty compared to metoidioplasty.

(PM-06) A RARE CASE OF SCROTAL URETHROCUTANEOUS FISTULA SECONDARY TO EROSION OF PENILE PROSTHESIS CONNECTOR TUBING

Abstract Objective The scrotal urethrocutaneous fistula is an uncommon pathology which can lead to serious complications, such as infections, scrotal abscesses, or even Fournier’s gangrene. We present an unusual case of scrotal urethrocutaneous fistula secondary to erosion of a penile prosthesis tubing in a patient with a history of erectile dysfunction. Case presentation A 68-year-old patient with no previous comorbidities and a history of prostate adenocarcinoma that was treated with radical prostatectomy + lymphadenectomy, without the need for subsequent adjuvant therapy. He was diagnosed with erectile dysfunction after surgery, refractory to intracavernous therapy therefore required a 3-component penile implant placement procedure performed extra-institutionally. Two years after the surgery, he consulted with our institution for scrotal pain and urine leak from the scrotum during micturition. Physical examination shows extrusion of prosthesis tubes in the scrotal area with no signs of infection or exposure of the cylinders. The patient was hospitalized for management with antibiotics and to replace the penile implant. A retrograde urethrography with contrast medium was performed during surgery. Fluoroscopy showed a fistulous pathway between the penile urethra and the scrotum. No passage of the contrast to the corpora cavernosa was seen. The urethral lesion and fistula were identified and repaired. A malleable prosthesis was used, considering the amount of scar tissue. The patient had an adequate postoperative period. A urethral catheter and a cystotomy were used for six weeks. After catheter removal, a voiding cystogram was performed, finding no fistulas. The patient was followed for 11 months with no complications. Conclusion Although scrotal urethrocutaneous fistulas are an infrequent complication after penile prosthesis implantation, a timely diagnosis is essential for conservative treatment and to avoid life-threatening complications. Financing No conflict.

Outcome of Snodgraft (G-TIP) Urethroplasty for the Treatment of Primary Distal Hypospadias

Background: One of the most prevalent congenital abnormalities of the external genitalia in boys is hypospadias. One common method of treating distal penile hypospadias is tubularized incised plate urethroplasty. However, there are a few side effects of this procedure, such as neourethral stenosis, meatal stenosis, and uretho-cutaneous fistula. In distal hypospadias, snodgraft modification has been suggested as a way to lower the risk of meatal and/or neourethral stenosis. Objective: To find out the outcome of Snodgraft urethroplasty technique in distal penile hypospadias. Materials and Methods: This prospective observational study was carried out in the Division of Pediatric Surgery, Bangladesh Shishu Hospital & Institute from January 2020 to March 2022. Total 40 patients having distal variety of primary hypospadias were included by selection criteria. All patients with single stage urethroplasty using inner prepucial skin graft has been done. Statistical analysis was carried out using the Statistical Package for Social Sciences version 26.0 for Windows. Results: Majority of the patients had subcoronal variety 27(67.50%) followed by coronal 10(25.0%) and glanular hypospadias 3(7.50%). More than three fourth (77.5%) patients had urethral plate width 4-8 mm. Wound infection was developed in two patients out of 40, one coronal and one subcoronal. Four patients had developed urethro-cutaneous fistula among them one was coronal three was subcoronal. No meatal stenosis and urethral stricture was found in follow up period. Conclusion: The patient with Snodgraft (G-TIP) modification in repair of primary distal hypospadias leads to reduce the complication.

Retrospective Comparative Study between Duplay and Koff Methods in Repair of Distal Hypospadias.

Hypospadias repair is a complicated surgery even in the best of hands. To date, there is a lack of consensus on which surgical technique offers more favourable post-operative outcomes. The present work was undertaken to evaluate and compare the outcomes and complications rates of two single-stage techniques widely used to repair primary anterior hypospadias, namely Thiersch-Duplay Tubularized Plate Urethroplasty and Koff Urethral Mobilisation and Advancement. Data from the medical records of 120 patients operated on for primary anterior hypospadias were retrospectively analysed and compared. The patients were divided into two groups: 60 patients underwent Thiersch-Duplay procedure (Group A) and 60 patients underwent Koff procedure (Group B). They were compared using the Chi-squared or Fisher's exact test to assess the relationship between the adopted surgical technique and the complications' development with a P < 0.05. Neither intraoperative complications nor acute post-operative complications occurred, whereas 28.3% ( n = 34/120) cases have exhibited at least one late post-operative surgical complication, including 38.3% ( n = 23/60) in Group A and 18.3% ( n = 11/60) in Group B, revealing a better outcome of the Koff procedure despite the statistical insignificance ( P = 0.102). We did not objectify any other complication besides meatal stenosis (MS), urethro-cutaneous fistula (UCF) and wound dehiscence. Overall, our study could not demonstrate the superiority of one technique above another. At the same time, it established the versatility, satisfactory cosmetic and functional results, low MS and UCF rates of Koff urethral mobilization and advancement technique in primary anterior hypospadias repair.

Is Immobilization Technique Associated With Postoperative Pubic Rami Diastasis Following Bladder Exstrophy Closure?

Pelvic osteotomies relieve tension of the bladder and fascial closures during bladder exstrophy repair. Multiple techniques for postoperative immobilization of the pelvis and lower extremities have been described. The primary aim of this study was to assess differences in short and long-term changes in pubic rami diastasis when comparing Bryant traction to spica cast immobilization. Secondary aims included a comparison of length of stay, skin-related complications, and urologic outcomes. We performed a single-institutional retrospective review of bladder exstrophy patients younger than 18 months of age who underwent posterior pelvic osteotomy and bladder exstrophy closure from April 2005 to April 2020. Short-term and long-term pubic rami diastasis were defined as postoperative measurements ≤6 months and ≥12 months, respectively. Secondary outcomes included length of stay, pressure ulcer, skin rash/abrasion, urethrocutaneous fistula, and bladder or fascial dehiscence rates. Multivariable logistic regression assessed for an association between immobilization type and degree of diastasis while controlling for age at the time of diastasis measurement and sex. Fifteen patients underwent Bryant traction and 36 patients underwent spica cast immobilization. In both the short-term and long-term, there was a greater reduction in pubic diastasis in the spica cast group ( P = 0.002 and P = 0.05, respectively). After adjustments, there were higher odds of having a greater reduction in pubic rami diastasis in both the short-term (odds ratio: 2.71, 95% CI: 1.52-4.86, P = 0.001) and long-term (odds ratio: 2.41, 95% CI: 1.00-5.80, P = 0.05). Length of stay was significantly higher in Bryant's traction group (26 vs 19 d, P < 0.001). Rates of pressure ulcers were higher in the Bryant traction group (26.7% vs 0%, P = 0.005). Rates of skin rash/abrasions, urethrocutaneous fistula, and bladder/fascial dehiscence did not differ. Spica cast immobilization is a safe and effective immobilization method. Compared with Bryant traction, spica cast immobilization was associated with a greater reduction in postoperative pubic diastasis both short and long-term, along with a shorter length of hospitalization and reduced rate of pressure ulcers. Level III-therapeutic study.

Safety and Effectiveness of Triclosan-Coated Polydioxanone (PDS Plus) versus Uncoated Polydioxanone (PDS II) Sutures for Prevention of Surgical Site Infection after Hypospadias Repair in Children: A 10-Year Single Center Experience with 550 Hypospadias.

Triclosan is an antiseptic substance that has been shown in preclinical studies to reduce bacterial load in the wound and slow bacterial growth by inhibiting fatty acid synthesis. It is claimed that the coating protects against colonization of the tissue around the suture. This study aimed to compare the safety and efficacy of triclosan-coated polydioxanone versus uncoated polydioxanone sutures for the prevention of surgical site infections (SSIs) following hypospadias repair in children. The medical records of 550 children who underwent hypospadias repair between 1 January 2014 and 31 December 2023 were retrospectively analyzed. The patients included in the study were divided into two groups. The first group consisted of the patients in whom polydioxanone (PDS II) was used (n = 262), while in the patients of the second group (n = 288), triclosan-coated polydioxanone (PDS Plus) was used for hypospadias repair. Secondary outcomes were defined as the occurrence of early and late complications, the number of readmissions within 30 days after surgery (ReAd), unplanned return to the operating room (uROR), and repeat operations. The median age of all children enrolled in the study was 16 (IQR 14, 20) months. The patients in whom PDS Plus was used for hypospadias repair had a significantly lower number of SSIs than the patients in whom PDS II was used (n = 18 (6.9%) vs. n = 4 (1.4%), p < 0.001). Wound infection led to wound dehiscence in 10 of 18 patients from the PDS II group, while all four wound infections from the PDS Plus group led to wound dehiscence (p = 0.07). The number of postoperative urethrocutaneous fistulas was significantly lower in the patients in whom PDS Plus was used (13.7% vs. 8.3%, p = 0.042). The incidence of late complications did not differ between the study groups: meatal stenosis (p = 0.944), residual chordee (p = 0.107), urethral stricture (p = 0.196), scarring (p = 0.351) and urinary discomfort (p = 0.713). There were no cases of uROR in either group. The ReAd rate was low in both groups (n = 5 (1.9%) vs. n = 2 (0.6%), p = 0.266). The frequency of reoperations was lower in the group of patients treated with PDS Plus than in the group of patients treated with PDS II (11.1% vs. 20.6%; p = 0.03). The use of PDS Plus in hypospadias surgery significantly reduces the incidence of SSI, postoperative fistulas, and reoperation rates compared to PDS II.

Spontaneous Urethrocutaneous Fistula in Child with Spastic Cerebral Palsy: A Case Report

Urethrocutaneous fistulas are complications that usually seen after hypospadias repair. Spontaneous urethrocutaneous fistulas are extremely rare disorders unless related to the surgery of hypospadias. These fistulas are not associated with hypospadias repair, infection and trauma. While there are few cases reported in adults, there are no cases reported in children. Urethrocutaneous fistulas may rarely be encountered post-trauma, infection or due to weakness of spongious tissue of penis as well as. Children with spastic cerebral palsy often face various problems due to prolonged hospitalizations. Pressure ulcers are among the most common of these issues. Urinary catheterization is frequently performed in these patients for urine monitoring. A 6-year-old male patient with cerebral palsy developed a urethrocutaneous fistula while being monitored in the pediatric intensive care unit. Pre-existing unnoticed partial prepuce and weakness in the corpus spongiosum were present in the patient. We suspect that the development of the urethrocutaneous fistula is attributed to frequent urethral catheterization and the development of decubitus ulcer in the penile region. Since a similar case is not found in the pediatric literature, our aim is to present this case for reference.

Modified PATIO technique for urethrocutaneous fistula after hypospadias repair: Experience from a tertiary referral hospital

Urethrocutaneous fistula (UCF) is a common complication after hypospadias repair with an incidence of 5-10%. Several techniques are described for its repair: small UCFs are frequently corrected by isolation, excision, and closure with apposition of a protective second layer. In 2008 Malone described the PATIO technique: the fistula tract is turned inside out in the urethral lumen preventing contact with passing urine without direct urethral sutures. Aim of our study is to present our outcomes using a modified version of the PATIO technique, with a more reproducible isolation of the tract and without its fixation at the urethral meatus. We retrospectively reviewed all cases of UCFs corrected with a modified PATIO technique at our center between 2016 and 2020. Data collected from electronical clinical notes were age at UCF closure, location of UCF, presence of meatal stenosis and clinical outcomes. Data are presented as median and IQR. In the study period we performed 425 urethroplasties for distal and mid penile hypospadias. The incidence of UCFs was 7% (30/425) and 25 patients underwent UCF correction with modified PATIO. Median age at repair was 4.5 years (IQR: 2.5-6.2). At a median follow-up of 3 years (IQR: 2-4) recurrence was observed in 5 cases out of 24 with one patient who was lost at follow-up (20.8%). One case was corrected successfully with re-do modified PATIO technique, while 4 are awaiting repair. One cases was lost at follow-up. UFC-recurrence was homogeneously distributed along the study period. Risk factors for UCF recurrence are mostly the type of hypospadias, neo-urethral length, and quality of the urethral plate. Among the many existing techniques, we propose a modified version of Malone's PATIO repair. We believe that the use of four stay-suture to isolate the fistula allows a well-defined dissection of the tract along its surface, compared to the use of a single stay-suture. In our experience, there is no need to keep and fix the traction on the fistula tract to the urethral meatus, probably reflecting the efficacy of the fistula closure during the introflection, which is then maintained without traction. Limitations to our study include the retrospective nature of the review, the small sample size of the cohort and the absence of control groups. Our results appear consistent with literature regarding the efficacy of PATIO principles in treating UCF. Modified PATIO seem to be particularly reproducible, showing encouraging results.

(211) Comparable Continence Rates Following Male Urethral Sling Surgery in “Standard” versus “Nonstandard” Patients

Abstract Introduction Transobturator male urethral slings are a surgical option for the management of stress urinary incontinence (SUI). Historically, patient continence and satisfaction rates are influenced by several variables, including: baseline incontinence severity, prior surgical interventions, and exposure to radiation. Ideal or “standard” patients for sling placement have mild or moderate incontinence and no prior incontinence procedures or radiation exposure. Standard patients have been proposed to have better postoperative continence and satisfaction rates than their “nonstandard” counterparts. Objective In this study we sought to compare the efficacy and complication rates of transobturator male sling placement between standard and nonstandard patients. Methods A retrospective, single-institution review was performed of all patients who underwent either an AdVance™ or an AdVanceXP™ sling insertion between October 2016 and May 2023. Patient demographics, preoperative and postoperative continence rates, and complication rates were collected. Patients were then stratified as “standard’ vs “nonstandard”. Standard patients were defined as having a history of radical prostatectomy (robotic or open) and no prior radiation or prior incontinence procedure. Nonstandard patients had prior history of transurethral resection of the prostate, simple prostatectomy, radical cystectomy, prior sling insertion, or prior radiation. The continence and complication rates were compared between groups. Continence was measured in pads per day (PPD). Improvement in continence was defined as a reduction of at least 50% in PPD at 6 weeks postoperatively. Baseline and postoperative PPD were tabulated with median and 25th-75th percentiles, then compared using Wilcoxon signed-rank test. Other variables were summarized with frequency and percentages, and compared using Fisher’s exact test. Results 62 patients were included in this study, of which 48 and 14 were standard and nonstandard, respectively. Mean age was 66 (52-85) years and body mass index (BMI) was 29 (20.3-39.8) kg/m2. No difference in baseline characteristics were noted between the groups (Table 1). 77% of patients had an improvement in SUI following sling placement: 38/48 (79%) patients in the standard group and 10/14 (71%) patients in the non standard group. The most common complication among both groups was urinary retention requiring catheterization (29%), which resolved spontaneously within two weeks in all patients. In the nonstandard group, one patient developed an abscess, one had a scrotal hematoma, and two patients had urinary tract infections (UTI). One patient with history of radiation developed a urethrocutaneous fistula requiring sling removal. There was no significant difference in overall complication rates between standard and nonstandard patients. Comparable rates of improvement in preoperative to postoperative SUI were noted: 2.5 to 0.8 PPD in the standard group and 3.3 to 1.0 PPD in the nonstandard group (Figure 1). Conclusions In this study, nonstandard and standard patients had similar continence and complication rates following urethral sling placement. Future prospective studies are warranted to assess the safety and long-term outcomes of standard and nonstandard patients. Disclosure No.

(053) Penile Entrapment Due to Metal Constriction Rings: Removal, Recovery and Complications

Abstract Introduction Penile incarceration due to a metal constriction ring is a rare urologic emergency. Improper ring sizing, use of makeshift rings or prolonged length of use can cause penile/penoscrotal entrapment with resulting sequelae including genital ischemia, necrosis, and urinary retention. Metal rings are prone to this exigent situation, as they tend to be denser and thicker than typical constriction rings which presents a challenge for safe removal. Objective We aim to report a multi-institutional experience characterizing the presentation, removal methods, and outcomes after prolonged penile entrapment in patients with metal constriction rings. Methods We performed a retrospective chart review from 2000 to 2023 at participating institutions to identify men presenting with penile incarceration due to metal constriction ring use using the following ICD-10 codes: S30.842A, S30.843, W49.04XA, S31.24X, and T19.4. Operative/procedural tools and duration were recorded from the initial emergency room encounter and follow-up notes were reviewed for any subsequent complications. Results Twelve patients with median age 55 with interquartile range (IQR) of 26 were identified (Table 1). The metal rings varied in size, and most were composed of stainless steel. The length of time the constriction ring was in place before seeking medical attention ranged from 3 hours to 10 days with a median time of 42 hours, (IQR, 60). Removal instruments included a powered drill cutting tool, ring cutter, and bolt cutters. Median operative/procedural time was 90 minutes (IQR, 63). Cool irrigation was used in all cases where powered rotary cutting tool was used in combination with a mechanism to protect the underlying skin such as a metal retractor. Additionally, a barrier such as saline-soaked towels and/or lubricating jelly was used to protect the surrounding skin during operative intervention with a powered tool. Most patients reported full recovery despite prolonged entrapment; however, one patient developed a urethrocutaneous fistula and one patient reported diminished erectile function. Interestingly, one patient with concomitant substance abuse and vasoconstrictive agents use presented with penile skin necrosis requiring concurrent debridement which was further complicated by Fournier’s gangrene 1 month later in the setting of continued substance use and non-adherence to prescribed antibiotics. Conclusions Penile incarceration by metal constriction ring is a rare urologic emergency. This study represents the first multi-institutional and largest investigation evaluating the management of this condition. Manual and powered cutting tools are effective in removing metal constriction rings. If powered tools are employed, irrigation and retractors are necessary to prevent thermal injury. Despite most patients fully recovering after removal, significant complications have been observed. Therefore, prompt management and proper follow-up are recommended. Disclosure No.

The benefit of tissue sealant on urethroplasty in hypospadias patients - A systematic review and meta-analysis.

Hypospadias was ranked second after undescended testis as the most prevalent congenital abnormality in newborn males. Hypospadias can be successfully repaired through multiple surgeries in the majority of children. Postoperative complications were not rarely seen after surgeries, such as urethrocutaneous fistula (UCF), meatal stenosis, and glans breakdown. Tissue sealant application in hypospadias repair serves as additional suture line coverage and reduces the post surgery complications. However, the effects of sealants usage during urethroplasty are still uncertain. This review aimed to know the effects of tissue sealant usage on patients with hypospadias who undergo urethroplasty. The study was reported based on the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analysis (PRISMA) guidelines. Literature was searched on PubMed, Embase, and Scopus following PRISMA guidelines. The search was conducted on October 12th, 2021, using the search term ("glue" OR "sealants" OR "tissue glue" OR "tissue sealant" OR "tissue adhesive") AND ("hypospadias" OR "urethrocutaneous fistula" OR "urethral repair" OR "urethroplasty" OR "hypospadiology"). Systematic searching from all databases resulted in 160 potential articles. After a full-text review, eight articles were included in this study. Urethrocytaneous fistula complication was reported in all studies. The occurrence of complication reported by all studies was urethrocutaneous fistula. Several studies also reported tissue edema and flap-related complications. Tissue sealant had no significant effect in reducing meatal stenosis. This systematic review revealed additional benefits from several types of tissue sealant in hypospadias repair surgery. Fibrin sealant application over the urethroplasty suture line in hypospadias repair offers a water-proof coverage and may enhance the outcome from the surgery.

Non-Neurogenic ‘Christmas Tree’ Urinary Bladder in A 30-Year-Old Man with Urethral Stricture: A Case Report

condition the urinary bladder appears elongated and pointed with a thickened, trabeculated wall likened to a Christmas tree. It is most commonly the result of neurogenic bladder from detrusor hyperreflexia which most commonly occurs after spinal trauma. Christmas tree bladder also may rarely be seen in cases of bladder neck obstruction of non- neurogenic cause. A 30-year-old male presented with two weeks history of leakage of urine par the perineum. There was prior history of urethral discharge, poor urinary stream, urine dribbling and dysuria. No history of genital trauma, urethral instrumentation or catheterization in past. Attempt at passage of urethral catheter failed. He subsequently had open supra pubic cystostomy. Ultrasonography shows multiple internal echoes in the urine with thickened irregular bladder wall. The upper urinary tract was normal. Combine RUG and VCUG demonstrate short segments strictures at the bulbar and membranous urethra. A track of contrast column was noted from the region of the bulbar stricture to the exterior consistent with urethro-cutaneous fistula. The urinary bladder appears large, elongated superiorly with irregular outline resembling ‘Christmas tree’ configuration.

Post-urethroplasty complications in hypospadias repair: a systematic review and meta-analysis comparing polydioxanone and polyglactin sutures

BackgroundPolyglactin (PG) and polydioxanone (PDS) sutures are extensively used based on the surgeon’s preference. The development of post-reconstruction urethrocutaneous fistula (UCF) is variably attributed to the choice of suture material...

Tubularized incised plate urethroplasty and grafted tubularized incised plate urethroplasty: systematic review, meta-analysis and trial sequential analysis

BackgroundHypospadias is one of the most common genital birth defects. There are around 300 various techniques available for the repair of hypospadias. This study aims to compare the reported outcomes...

Clinical efficacy of transverse preputial island flap urethroplasty for single-stage hypospadias repair in Children Hospital Faisalabad” A Retrospective Study.

Objective: To summarize the clinical outcomes of single stage hypospadias surgery with preputial-island flap method in the Children Hospital, Faisalabad. Study Design: Retrospective Study. Setting: Department of Paediatric Urology, Children Hospital, Faisalabad. Period: March 2018 to March 2023. Material &amp; Methods: First of all, approval of study from the Hospital Ethical Review Committee was taken for research work. For last five years, all patients of hypospadias repair were admitted in the ward via OPD of Pediatric Urology Department of Children Hospital, Faisalabad. According to inclusion and exclusion criteria, these patients were considered to be included in study. After analyzing the patients with history and physical examination, the diagnosis was confirmed and after the informed consent of surgery and consent of data for research purposes the patients were put in the research work. Results: There were one hundred and fifteen patients (n=115), who were operated using single stage hypospadias repair with method where we used dorsal prepuce in transverse manner as flap known as preputial-island-flap method during the study period time. The complication of surgery rate was found 48.7% in the study. There were five patients (4.34%) suffering from mild infection. Six patients (5.2%) had disruption of repair; secondary surgical correction was successful in all of them. Ten patients (6.7%) suffered necrosis and slugging of new urethral tube followed by disruption of repair. Urethro-cutaneous fistula was observed in sixteen patients (13-9%), it was single in eleven patients and the rest of five had more than one fistula. Four patients needed fistula repair, rest of the eleven healed with self-urethral dilatation, seven patients (6%) had meatal stenosis, while four patients (3.5%) had urethral stricture. Conclusion: Single staged hypospadias repair where dorsal prepuce in transverse manner were taken as flap known as preputial-island-flap is also an acceptable choice for surgery. Results of study showed transverse preputial-island-flap technique is an acceptable option. Because the vascularity of tube is intact and good, secondly results are better, thirdly this technique has lower rate of complications, fourthly we completed in single stage which was the time saving.

A Large Anterior Urethral Calculus Presenting as Urethrocutaneous Fistula

Presentation of urinary calculus ranges from painful urination to acute retention. Diagnosed by x-ray pelvis and non-contrast CT and removal of stone by various methods is the management. Variety in symptoms, sometimes make clinical diagnosis difficult until radiological investigations confirm it. In this case presentation, initial diagnosis was made of Urethrocutaneous fistula may be due to distal stricture, but on investigating, he was diagnosed as urethral calculus in urethral diverticulum , as the reason for his symptoms

Outcomes of double-breasted spongioplasty as additional tissue coverage in tubularized incised plate urethroplasty

BackgroundModern hypospadiology is constantly developing new ideas to improve functional outcomes. Tubularized incised plate urethroplasty (TIPU) with neourethral covering by vascularized tissue (dartos flap, corpus spongiosum) is presently the most common procedure performed. Aim of this study was to evaluate the effectiveness of double-breasted spongioplasty (DBS) as additional tissue coverage in TIPU by comparing it with TIPU without spongioplasty. MethodsWe conducted a prospective comparative study from September 2022 to October 2023 on 120 midshaft and distal hypospadias cases aged 1 to 12 years. Group A (n = 60) underwent TIPU without spongioplasty; Group B (n = 60) underwent TIPU with DBS. Pre-operative patient parameters were categorized according to Glans-Meatus-Shaft (GMS) Score. Follow-up was 4 months to one year. Complications like urethrocutaneous fistula (UCF) and meatal stenosis (MS) were recorded. Functional outcomes were assessed using Hypospadias objective scoring evaluation (HOSE). ResultsAverage age was 5.68 ± 2.26 in group A and 6.40 ± 2.10 in group B. Group A had mean GMS 5.32 ± 1.09; Group B had 5.45 ± 1.12 (p = 0.49). In group A, 4 (6.66 %) had MS, 5 (8.33 %) had UCF; in group B, 5 (8.33 %) had MS, 2 (3.33 %) had UCF (p > 0.05). Dorsal plication for ventral curvature was avoided in 7 patients after DBS. Surgeon evaluated mean HOSE was 14.73 ± 1.87 in Group A and 15.40 ± 1.26 in B (p = 0.02); in group A, 83.33 % while in group B 95 % cases had acceptable HOSE (≥14) (p = 0.04). ConclusionDouble-breasted spongioplasty in TIPU has better functional outcomes when compared with TIPU without spongioplasty and may correct ventral curvature of mild to moderate severity. Level of evidenceLEVEL II.

Incidence of urehtrocutaneous fistula formation during the first three postoperative months period of hypospadias reconstruction surgeries

Background and objectives: Urethrocutaneous fistula is one of the most frequent complications of hypospadias reconstructive surgeries. This study aimed to find the rate of fistula development following different types of reconstructive surgeries and their risk factors. Method: This study was conducted at Hawler teaching hospital, Rizgary teaching hospital, and Zheen international hospital in Erbil – Iraq from September 2020 to March 2021. A total number of 39 patients who underwent single-step surgery for reconstruction of hypospadias were included in this study and they were followed up for the first three months postoperatively for post-operative complications especially urethrocutaneuos fistula development. Results: Four patients out of thirty-nine developed urethral-cutaneous fistula (10.3%). A statistically significant relation was found between those aged older than 5 years and the rate of fistula development (three out of ten) (p-value = 0.023). Also, tourniquet time during the operation had a statistically significant relation with the incidence of fistula formation (mean time &lt; 17.66 vs. &gt; 20.5 minutes) in the fistula free vs. fistula group respectively (p =0.046). Conclusion: Reconstructive surgeries for hypospadias at earlier ages and with as short as possible tourniquet time reduce the incidence of fistula formation post-operatively.