KLES Kidney Foundation

Hypospadias: Common Problems

What are common problems after hypospadias surgery that we should know about?

• Most of the time the babies are slightly cranky but manageable. They feel better at home that is why we try to send them to home as soon as possible. It is also easier for the parents to manage them at home. Further a pain killer syrup is prescribed to help in pain relief.
  
• Babies may have intermittent spasms due to irritation by the catheter. For this reason a small dose of bladder relaxant is usually prescribed. The dose may need to be adjusted if cramps still happen.
  
• Blood spotting in the diaper/ catheter may occur in the first few days. A few drops of the blood are acceptable. In case of continuing ooze a hospital visit may be required but this is very infrequent.
  
• Dressing may become loose in some babies, if it happens during first 2-3 days then a new dressing is placed. If it happens later then the dressing is just removed.
  
• Infection may happen and it may lead to failure of surgery. To prevent this, broad spectrum antibiotic syrup is usually prescribed for 7-10 days. It is vital to prevent stool smearing up the dressing in immediate post-operative period.