Clinical Outcome of Cloacal Exstrophy, Current Status, and a Change in Surgical Management

Discussion Despite medical efforts and development in treatment and support, satisfaction in outcome of cloacal exstrophy remains a challenge. Although reconstruction may be very difficult, male genital reconstruction in 46 XY patients has been given preference for more than a decade. A specialized multidisciplinary team should provide lifelong colorectal, urological, sexual, and psychosocial support to these patients, taking into account their age and phase of life.[...]Georg Thieme Verlag KG Stuttgart · New YorkArticle in Thieme eJournals:Table of contents  |  Abstract  |  Full text

Source: European Journal of Pediatric Surgery - November 25, 2014 Category: Surgery Authors: Vliet, Rob vanRoelofs, Luc A. J.Rassouli-Kirchmeier, Roxanade Gier, Robert P. E.Claahsen-van der Grinten, Hedi L.Verhaak, ChrisHosman, Allard J.Beerendonk, Catharina C. M.van Lindert, Erik J.Willemsen, Michel A. A. P.Wijnen, Marc H. W. A.Feitz, Wout F. J. Tags: Original Article Source Type: research