Reconstruction of the scrotum using a tissue expander

Traditionally, reconstruction of the scrotum has involved the use of split skin or pedicle flaps with often unsatisfactory aesthetic results. We present two cases with loss of the scrotum as a consequence of Fournier's gangrene. The use of tissue expanders for scrotal reconstruction involves th...

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Published inUrologe. Ausgabe A Vol. 33; no. 2; p. 159
Main Authors Fröhlich, G, Stratmeyer, R
Format Journal Article
LanguageGerman
Published Germany 01.03.1994
Subjects
Adult
Gangrene
Genital Diseases, Male - pathology
Genital Diseases, Male - surgery
Humans
Male
Necrosis
Reoperation
Scrotum - injuries
Scrotum - surgery
Surgical Wound Infection - surgery
Tissue Expansion Devices
Vasectomy
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Summary:Traditionally, reconstruction of the scrotum has involved the use of split skin or pedicle flaps with often unsatisfactory aesthetic results. We present two cases with loss of the scrotum as a consequence of Fournier's gangrene. The use of tissue expanders for scrotal reconstruction involves the following advantages: excellent functional and cosmetic results, natural appearance of the neoscrotum, preservation of normal function and sensitivity of scrotal skin, no additional scars from skin grafting, and a simple surgical technique.
ISSN:0340-2592