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What is the urachus? The urachus is a remnant of a channel between the bladder and the umbilicus (belly button) where urine initially drains in the fetus during the 1 st trimester of pregnancy. The channel of the urachus usually seals off and obliterates …
Condition
Urethral stricture disease is defined as a narrowing of the urethra between its origination at the bladder and its outlet at the penis tip. Patients with urethral stricture disease commonly have difficulty urinating or a “weak stream.” Urethral strictures …
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The penis is part of the male external genitalia located in the pelvis just above the scrotum. The penis is comprised of smooth muscle and blood vessels and is used for both sexual intercourse and urination. Cancer of the penis is rare with an annual …