What are the postoperative care for hypospadias?

In medicine, hypospadias is a very common disease, mainly occurring in males, mostly in childhood. This disease is also divided into congenital hypospadias and acquired hypospadias. If you find that your child has some abnormalities when urinating, such as being unable to urinate, urinating on the body, etc., parents must carefully check the child's genitals to see if there is a urethral abnormality. However, this disease can be treated with surgery, and this surgery is also a very simple one. The most critical thing is the postoperative care for hypospadias. Let's take a look at what these cares are.

First, we need to ensure that the urethra is reconstructed successfully. There are various methods to correct hypospadias. The first thing is to ensure that the urethra is reconstructed successfully. Of course, the foreskin flap method is the best, and there are also penis flap method, skin graft method, etc. Common problems are urine fistula and urethral stenosis caused by contraction.

Secondly, correct the penile curvature. The key to correcting the penile curvature is to release the fibrous tissue and other pathological tissues that cause the penile curvature. However, be careful not to damage or cut off the white membrane of the penis, otherwise it is easy to cause secondary penile curvature.

Third, prevent infection. Prevent infection measures before, during and after surgery. From preoperative cleaning, all aseptic operations during surgery and the use of antibiotics during surgery, good postoperative care of the urethra and local wounds, and the use of reasonable and effective antibiotics, it is important to remove the urinary catheter at this time.

Fourth, pay attention to the prevention and treatment of penile erection. The prevention and treatment of penile erection is also an important measure to ensure the success of the operation. The short-term application of estrogen is very necessary.

Fifth, penile wound treatment and care. It is particularly important to properly and completely bandage the penile wound to prevent bleeding and dead space. Urethral fistula and stenosis usually appear at a later stage, so corresponding preventive measures should be taken, such as method selection, careful operation during surgery, and attention to urethral anastomosis.

There are many ways to care for hypospadias after surgery. In fact, the most important thing is to prevent infection. If bacteria cause postoperative infection, such harm is likely to lead to surgical failure, and more seriously, endanger the child's life. Therefore, postoperative care is particularly critical. Parents can learn about it. More knowledge is always useful.