Hypospadias

Hypospadias is an abnormality of the urethra and penis. At times, the opening of the urethra does not form on the tip of the penis but is located anywhere on the underside. This causes problems with passing urine and also with erections in men.

Types of Hypospadias

Distal

The urethral opening is most often found near the head or the penile shaft.

Midshaft

The opening is located further down the shaft of the penis toward the scrotum.

Penoscrotal

The urethral opening is located on the scrotum.

Perineal

Scrotum is split and the urethra opens between its two halves.

Signs & Symptoms of Hypospadias

Opening of the urethra at a location other than the tip of the penis
Passing urine is different from normal
Chordee (tightening of the tissues on the underside of the penis) which causes bending of the penis
Hooded appearance of the penis because only the top half of the penis is covered by the foreskin

Treatment of Hypospadias

There are four stages of Hypospadias surgery.

Straightening the channel or shaft
Creating the urinary channel
Recreating or repositioning the urethral opening
Reconstructing the foreskin as required

First-degree is primarily a cosmetic defect and does not affect normal functioning.

Second or third-degree affects normal functioning and needs immediate correction.

Other Treatments

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