A stent-plus-irrigation protocol after adolescent hypospadias repair: a multicentre randomised controlled trial.
BJU IntJul 27, 2026 (epub)
Clinical ResearchUrology
Zihan Ye, Hongsong Chen, Qiang Zhang et al.
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In 30 seconds
This multicentre randomised controlled trial evaluated the effectiveness of a stent-plus-irrigation protocol versus catheter drainage alone in reducing complications after hypospadias repair in adolescents. Among 150 participants, the stent-plus-irrigation group had a significantly lower overall complication rate (RR 0.33, 95% CI 0.20-0.56; P < 0.001).
Key findings
- The stent-plus-irrigation group had a lower overall complication rate (RR 0.33, 95% CI 0.20-0.56; P < 0.001).
- Urethral fistula rate was significantly lower in the stent-plus-irrigation group (RR 0.27, 95% CI 0.14-0.51; P < 0.001).
- Surgical site infection rate was reduced in the stent-plus-irrigation group (RR 0.43, 95% CI 0.21-0.87; P = 0.020).
Why it matters
The findings suggest that a stent-plus-irrigation protocol may significantly reduce postoperative complications in adolescents undergoing hypospadias repair, which is crucial for improving patient outcomes and reducing the need for further interventions.