Korean J Urol.
1995 Jul;36(7):763-766.
3 Cases of Megameatus Intact Prepuce(MIP): Pyramid Procedure
- Affiliations
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- 1Department of Urology, Catholic University, Medical College, Seoul, Korea.
Abstract
- Megameatus intact prepuce (MIP) is an unusual variant of hypospadias and comprised 3 percent of all hypospadias. Embryologically, maldevelopment of glandular epithelial infolding would appear to be the abnormal process responsible for MIP formation. We have performed the pyramid procedures in 3 patients seen with the MIP variant during 14 months and achieved good results. The pyramid procedure optimizes a safe and simple dissection of the megameatus-urethra, and allows for subsequent reduction and caliber of both with excellent functional and cosmetic results.
