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  • Title: Transpubic posterior urethroplasty via perineal approach in children: a new technique.
    Author: Orabi S.
    Journal: J Pediatr Urol; 2012 Aug; 8(4):393-400. PubMed ID: 21945364.
    Abstract:
    OBJECTIVE: To evaluate a new technique of transpubic urethroplasty via perineal approach for management of pelvic fracture urethral distraction defects (PFUDD) in children. METHODS: Of 78 children undergoing posterior urethroplasty for PFUDD, 12 (15.4%) had a short urethra that could not bridge the gap (>5 cm) for a tension-free anastomosis. Age ranged from 5.2 to 12 years (median = 8.5 years). The median distraction defect length was 4.8 cm (range 3.7-6.4 cm). For the latter group, the new technique of transpubic posterior urethroplasty via perineal approach was performed. The first follow-up visit was scheduled 1 month after suprapubic catheter removal. Radiological studies and uroflowmetry were repeated at 6-month intervals for 1 year and once yearly thereafter. RESULTS: Patients were followed up for a period of 6 months to 5 years with a mean of 2.7 years. Mean operative time was 2.5 h (range 1.9-3.2 h) with a mean blood loss of 200 ml (range 50-640 cc) and the mean hospital stay was 4 days. All 12 children had a good urinary stream over the follow-up period; 3/12 (25%) developed stress urinary incontinence that resolved within 6 months postoperatively; 9/12 (75%) complained of (retracted) short penis. CONCLUSIONS: Transpubic urethroplasty via perineal approach is a feasible technique for management of complex PFUDD in children, and presents many advantages over other routes.
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