Epispadias
Epispadias Causes
Epispadias is caused by abnormalities during embryogenesis.
Epispadias Definition
Epispadias is a rare kind of malformation of the penis. In this condition, the urethra ends at the upper aspect of the penis. This malformation is result of a failure of the pelvic and abdominal fusion during the first stages of embryogenesis. Among the other defects include a bifid phallus joined with an exstrophic bladder. Epispadias may also occur among women.
Epispadias Diagnosis
Epispadias is confirmed by physical examination.
Epispadias Symptoms and Signs
The main symptom of an epispadias is a deformed penis. In some cases severe pain is experienced. For women, less sexual sensation is experienced during intercourse, since the the clitoris is bifurcated because of the malformation.
Epispadias Treatment
There is no specified treatment for the condition.