Question
In September 2008, Dr. Xu and Dr. Xie performed the surgery for me. Three months after the surgery, urinary leakage appeared under the coronal groove, which is at the surgical site. When urinating, there is a normal line from the urethral opening, and a line of leakage as well, with everything else normal. The urine stream is thick and can be urinated far. What should I do?
Answer
Urinary duct rupture is a common congenital anomaly in the male lower urinary tract and external genitalia. Most cases are accompanied by incomplete penis development. It is one of the most common anomalies in the pediatric urogenital system. Urinary duct rupture can be a single defect or a more complex issue, such as the phenotypic presentation of intersexuality. The repair and reconstruction of urinary duct rupture require various surgical techniques. Most experts advocate for early surgery, which can be as early as 6 months to avoid affecting the child’s physical and mental health. If there is urinary leakage after surgery, it should be treated promptly at a hospital.