Surgical technique and results of primary repair in recent urethral injuries: a review of 49 consecutive cases.

Late results after primary repair in 49 recent urethral injuries of the urethra treated through a perineal approach by sutures of realignment with splinting, and suprapublic and perineal drainage were assessed by measuring urethral flow, urethrography, urine analysis and other examinations. In 15 straddle injuries the results were excellent. Of 34 injuries associated with pelvic fracture 50% had satisfactory results. 12% had marked, but tolerable difficulties in micturition. Important details of operative technique are mentioned. A preference for primary repair in comparison with early cybstostomy and delayed reconstruction of the urethra is confirmed.