AUTHOR=Wong Nathan C. , Braga Luis H. 

TITLE=The Influence of Pre-Operative Hormonal Stimulation on Hypospadias Repair

JOURNAL=Frontiers in Pediatrics

VOLUME=3

YEAR=2015

URL=https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/pediatrics/articles/10.3389/fped.2015.00031

DOI=10.3389/fped.2015.00031

ISSN=2296-2360

ABSTRACT=<p>Androgen stimulation to temporarily promote penile growth has been commonly used to facilitate hypospadias repair. Although some series suggest improvement in both functional and cosmetic outcomes, a recent systematic review and meta-analysis showed a possible relationship between pre-operative hormonal stimulation and higher complications. As a result, indications and treatment regimens remain controversial. Here, we review the available literature and present our clinical practice.</p>