Repair of hypospadias using new mouth-controlled microscope

Abstract

The use of optical magnification (loupes) to repair hypospadiac anomalies in children is well known. A mouth-controlled operating room microscope (Zeiss OPMI 6CH Contraves Stand) became available that has been utilized in 34 cases of hypospadias repair which included 13 flip-flap, 4 MAGPI, 14 Hodgson XX (modified Asopa), and 3 other procedures. Other results show that in 2 patients fistula developed and in 1 meatal stenosis. Based on our experience, we believe this new microscope compares favorably with previous results and allows the surgeon to use small sutures with great accuracy.