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What is hypospadias? Hypospadias results from incomplete development of the urethra (the tube that carries urine from the bladder to the tip of the penis). Where the opening is along the shaft of the penis determines how severe the condition is. The …
Condition
What is vesicoureteral reflux? Vesicoureteral reflux is the abnormal backflow of urine from the bladder into the ureter and up to the kidney. The majority of the time this is a condition with which a child is born. It is caused by an abnormal entry of …
Specialty
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 …