Abstract
A 22-year-old man presented with a scarred neophallus and complex hypospadias. The local penile skin was inadequate for urethral repair. A 16 cm free radial forearm flap was used for urethral replacement. Microvascular anastomosis allowed this flap to remain viable and functional. One year postoperatively, the patient had satisfactory functional and cosmetic outcomes. A small fistula developed in the course of the proximal anastomosis, and it was successfully repaired. Our case describes the successful use of a free radial forearm flap for urethral reconstruction.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 168-171 |
Number of pages | 4 |
Journal | Chang Gung Medical Journal |
Volume | 30 |
Issue number | 2 |
Publication status | Published - Mar 2007 |
Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- Free forearm flap
- Hypospadias
- Microvascular anastomosis
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- General Medicine