Long-Term Followup of Cosmetic Appearance and Genital Function in Boys with Exstrophy: Review of 53 Patients

Abstract

Long-term results of genital function and cosmetic appearance were analyzed in 53 patients with bladder exstrophy. Satisfactory cosmetic appearance of the external genitalia, with a straight penis angulated downward in the standing position, was achieved in 55 per cent of the patients. Normal erectile function was preserved in all patients and 61 per cent of the postpubertal patients had experienced satisfactory intercourse. The recent use of formal penile elongation by partial mobilization of the crura of the corpora cavernosa from the pubic rami combined with single-stage or multistage urethroplasty has produced a significant improvement in results. Of the patients 12 are married and 5 have fathered children.