New study tests better way to fix a common birth defect in boys

NCT ID NCT07525570

Completed Disease control Sponsor: Javaid Afridi Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study compared two surgical methods for repairing distal hypospadias, a birth defect where the urinary opening is on the underside of the penis. 120 boys aged 2-12 received either a standard double dartos flap or that plus a Byar's flap. The goal was to see which technique leads to fewer complications like fistulas (abnormal openings). Results were assessed over 6 months.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: surgical procedure (double dartos flap with or without Byar's flap)
What this could lead to: If successful, this could identify a better surgical method to reduce complications like fistulas in children with hypospadias.
What could go wrong: This is a small, completed trial with 120 children. Results may not apply to all cases, and surgical risks like infection or scarring remain.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

hypospadias

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

DISTAL PENILE HYPOSPADIAS (DISORDER) HYPOSPADIAS

Contacts and locations

Locations

Mardan Medical Complex, Department of Pediatric Surgery

Mardan, KPK, 22000, Pakistan

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