Hypospadias repair

Injury	Disease	Nutrition	Poison

Symptoms	Surgery	Test	Special Topic

Hypospadius

Overview

Recovery

Risks

Hypospadias repair

Expectations after surgery:

Outcome is usually good following surgical repair. Multiple operations may be planned or required in the future.

Convalescence:

Immediately after surgery, the penis is securely taped to the abdomen to for stability. Medications may be given to relieve pain. The child is encouraged to take fluids to maintain urine output, to avoid pressure on the urethra. In general, surgery is performed on an outpatient basis. A urinary catheter may be required for a period after the operation.

Lots of fluids and frequent urination should continue after release from the hospital. Strenuous activity should be avoided until the surgical repair is fully healed.

Review Date: 7/28/2004
Reviewed By: Scott M. Gilbert, M.D., Department of Urology, Columbia-Presbyterian Medical Center, New York, NY. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.

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