Embedding sutures of single inner-and outer-prepuce flap for the treatment of concealed penis: A report of 37 cases
ZHU Xiao-bo
ZHANG Xiang-sheng
CHEN Xin
CHEN Guo-xiao
DING De-gang
Abstract：Objective:To evaluate the clinical effect of embedding sutures of single inner-and outer-prepuce flap in the treatment of concealed penis.Methods:This retrospective analysis included 37 cases of concealed penis treated by embedding sutures of single inner-and outer-prepuce flap between July 2011 and May 2015.Catheters were pulled out from the patients within 24 hours and the dressing removed about 1 week after surgery.All the patients were followed up for 12-24 months postoperatively for evaluation of the long-term outcomes of surgery.Results:One-stage wound healing was achieved in all the patients.No foreskin flap necrosis,inflammation,edema,voiding dysfunction,or painful erection was found during the follow-up.The penises were extended by 2-4 cm.No complications were observed axcept 8 cases of mild prepuce edema,which all subsided with 6 months postoperatively.Conclusion:Embedding sutures of single inner-and outer-prepuce flap,with the advantages of simple operation,rapid recovery and few complications,is a desirable surgical option for the treatment of concealed penis.
Keywords：concealed penisembedding sutures of single inner-and outer-prepuce flap
Publication Date：2017-04-02
Online Publishing Date：2025-08-15(First online date of this platform, not the publication date of the document)
Pages：4( 343-346 )