Do You Need to Remove the Catheter When Discharging from the Hospital with a Hypospadias?

My child is 3 years old and has just had surgery. I want to ask, since there is still a catheter inserted, my child keeps complaining and wants it removed. There is no need to remove the catheter when a hypospadias patient is discharged from the hospital. Generally, the incision heals well within about a week after surgery, and the condition is stable, allowing the catheter to be taken out of the hospital. It is recommended that after discharge, pay attention to keeping the urethra unobstructed, drink plenty of water, and observe the urine for its color, clarity, turbidity, and blood presence. If there is a blockage or rupture of the ureter (both ends of the ureter need to be brought back to the hospital), please return to the hospital within 3 weeks to remove the catheter. The catheter can be removed after surgery or at a local hospital.
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Treatment Methods for Pediatric Hypospadias

Hypospadias is a common congenital abnormality in boys, and surgical treatment is the only method. The purpose of the surgery is to correct penile curvature, bring the urethral opening as close to the normal position as possible, allowing children to stand and urinate, and have reproductive ability as adults. The surgery should be completed before the age of school entry. If there is associated with poor penile development, treatment with chorionic gonadotropin hormone can be used for 1-2 courses until the penile size reaches pre-surgery level. The actual cost of the surgery varies depending on the severity of the condition and the region.
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