New study tests better surgical fix for buried penis in boys

NCT ID NCT07675915

First seen Jun 30, 2026 · Last updated Jul 01, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This trial compares two surgical methods to fix buried penis in children under 18. One technique attaches the suspensory ligament to the skin; the other attaches it to the penile shaft. The goal is to see which approach has fewer complications and lower recurrence rates.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

What this could lead to
If one technique proves better, it could reduce the need for repeat surgeries and improve outcomes for children with buried penis.
What could go wrong
This is a small, single-center study with 40 participants, so results may not apply to all cases. Both procedures carry standard surgical risks like infection or scarring.

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Conditions

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Tanta University

    Tanta, Egypt

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