Hypospadias Repair in Johor Bahru and Batu Pahat, Johor
Assessment and surgical repair of hypospadias in baby boys by consultant urologist Dato’ Dr Azhar Amir Hamzah, who is trained in paediatric and reconstructive urology.
What is hypospadias?
Hypospadias is a condition present at birth where the opening of the urethra is on the underside of the penis instead of at the tip. The penis may also curve downwards, and the foreskin may be incomplete. It is one of the more common birth differences in boys and can be repaired with surgery.
Signs
- The urine opening is below the tip of the penis
- A downward curve of the penis, especially during erection
- A foreskin that covers only the top of the penis (hooded foreskin)
- Urine sprays or goes in an unusual direction
Why repair is done
- To allow your son to pass urine standing, with a straight stream
- To straighten the penis for normal function in adulthood
- To give a normal appearance
How Dato’ Dr Azhar assesses and treats hypospadias
Dato’ Dr Azhar examines your baby to see where the opening is and whether the penis curves. Because the foreskin may be used in the repair, baby boys with hypospadias should not be circumcised before seeing a specialist. Repair is usually done between six and 18 months of age. Surgery moves the opening to the tip, straightens the penis and reshapes the skin. Milder cases need one operation, while more complex cases may need two.
When to see a urologist
- Your baby has been told he has hypospadias
- The urine opening does not appear to be at the tip
- Before any circumcision, if the foreskin looks unusual
- Your child has problems after a previous repair
FAQs
Can my baby be circumcised if he has hypospadias?
Not before repair. The foreskin may be needed to rebuild the urethra.
When is the best time for repair?
Usually between six and 18 months of age, when healing is good and before your child remembers the surgery.
Will my son be able to have children?
Most boys with repaired hypospadias grow up to have normal urinary and sexual function.