[Urethroplasty with tunica vaginalis flap for treating hypospadias with hydrocele: a report of 9 cases].

OBJECTIVE

To explore the treatment of hypospadias with hydrocele.

METHODS

Nine patients with hypospadias complicated by hydrocele underwent urethroplasty with tunica vaginalis flap.

RESULTS

Satisfactory results were achieved in 7 cases, all with a normal anatomic position of urethral meatus, perfect urination and no infection. Local infection and meatal stricture occurred in 1 case, which was restored to normal by urethral sounding. Scrotal urinary fistula developed in another.

CONCLUSION

With minimum surgical trauma, conveniently available material and fast tissue repair, urethroplasty with tunica vaginalis flap is a desirable method for the treatment of hypospadias with hydrocele.