# Unusual morphology of isolated male epispadia: A rare case report

**Authors:** Kevin Anthony Glorius Tampubolon, Jupiter Sibarani

PMC · DOI: 10.1016/j.eucr.2024.102707 · Urology Case Reports · 2024-03-19

## TL;DR

A rare case of male epispadias with ambiguous genitalia is reported, highlighting unusual morphology and surgical correction.

## Contribution

This case report presents a unique instance of epispadias associated with ambiguous genitalia in a male patient.

## Key findings

- A 5-year-old boy presented with epispadias and ambiguous genitalia resembling female external genitalia.
- The patient underwent a two-stage surgical procedure without complications to correct the anomalies.
- Long-term outcomes of such surgeries remain variable, emphasizing the need for further research.

## Abstract

In less than 10% of cases, males may have isolated epispadias, which is caused by failure in the urethral tubularization process, leading to dorsal urethral defect. This case report presents a unique instance where epispadias was associated with ambiguous genitalia. A 5-year-old boy diagnosed with epispadias. The penis resembled external female genitalia, with scrotal skin covering it. He underwent a two-stage operation without complications. The aim of the surgical techniques is to correct these anomalies and restore urinary continence and sexual function. Long-term outcomes of the surgery can vary, which highlights the need for further research.

## Linked entities

- **Diseases:** epispadias (MONDO:0019759)

## Full-text entities

- **Diseases:** dorsal urethral defect (MESH:D014526), epispadia (MESH:D004842)

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