Single incisional approach for reconstruction of hypospadias and concomitant inguinal hernia

ObjectiveTo demonstrate the feasibility, cosmetic outcome and therapeutic values of our single incisional approach in patients with both hypospadias and inguinal hernia (IH) in comparison with standard multiple incisional techniques.Materials and methodsSixty hypospadias-IH repairs were performed from February 2005 to February 2012. These patients were divided into two groups according to their age and hypospadias location. They were then separated randomly into multiple incision (MIG) and single incision (SIG) groups. Early and late complications were taken into consideration. Postoperative pain, need for analgesics, operative time, hospital stay and cosmetic results were recorded for further evaluation.ResultsPatients were followed up at 6-month intervals for up to 2 years postoperatively. Early and late complication rates were approximately the same in the two groups. 73.3% of patients in MIG and 96.6% in SIG attained an excellent cosmetic result according to two external surgeons. There was no case with poor cosmetic outcome in either group. More analgesic consumption was demanded in MIG patients.ConclusionThis method of surgery is reproducible with better cosmetic outcome and a slightly shorter hospital stay. It could be a viable option in the management of children with hypospadias and concomitant IH. Negligible postoperative pain and short operative time are the other advantages.