Reconstruction Flashcards
1
Q
What types of tissues can be used as graphs for urethra reconstruction?
A
Buccal mucosa
Lingual mucosa
Penile fasciocutaneous flaps as long as there is no lichen sclerosus
Posterior auricular skin
2
Q
What studies are required following a urethroplasty?
A
A peri-catheter retrograde urethrogram and a voiding cystourethrogram
3
Q
What are the risks involved in a urethroplasty?
A
Pain, bleeding, infection penile shortening Chordee Stricture recurrence The need for staged procedure Decreased force of ejaculation Urinary incontinence Terminal dribbling Erectile dysfunction
