Urethral Mobilisation Versus Mathieu Technique for Repair of Distal Hypospadias (NCT06705699) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Urethral Mobilisation Versus Mathieu Technique for Repair of Distal Hypospadias
60 participantsStarted 2024-11-25
Plain-language summary
The aim of this research is to compare the surgical outcomes of urethral mobilization and the Mathieu technique in treating distal penile hypospadias. The study will evaluate complication rates such as fistula formation and meatal stenosis, assess functional outcomes related to urinary stream quality, and analyze cosmetic results including the appearance of the neomeatus. Ultimately, the goal is to provide evidence-based guidance for choosing the most appropriate technique to optimize surgical outcomes and patient satisfaction.
Who can participate
Age range
6 Months – 7 Years
Sex
MALE
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AI-rewrites the medical criteria so a patient or caregiver can understand them. Always confirm with the trial site.
Inclusion Criteria:• Male patients aged 6 months to 7 years.
* Diagnosed with distal penile hypospadias (coronal, or subcoronal types).
* Mild to no chordee present (curvature \<30°).
* No associated with severe genital anomalies.
Exclusion Criteria:
* Patients with proximal hypospadias (midshaft, penoscrotal, or perineal).
* Presence of significant chordee requiring separate corrective procedures.
* Hypoplastic or poorly developed urethral plate that is unsuitable for surgical repair.
* Previous hypospadias repair surgery.
* Patients with severe comorbidities or conditions that could increase the risk of surgery (e.g., severe cardiac anomalies).
Questions worth asking your doctor
Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.
1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?
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Questions for the trial coordinator
The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.
1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.