ReviewBJUI compass2025
Concealed penis: A review of multilevel classification and surgical reconstruction techniques.
Review in BJUI compass, 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 5 papers, 1 of them a synthesis that pooled it.
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5 citing papers in PubMed, 1 synthesis or guideline pooled it.
- Modified versus traditional Devine procedure for pediatric concealed penis: a systematic review and meta-analysis.The Canadian journal of urology · 2026Pooled it
- A novel full-thickness skin graft technique for the surgical management of congenital buried penis in children.Asian journal of andrology · 2026Article
- Efficacy and anthropometric predictors of negative-pressure therapy for recurrent concealed penis in pediatric patients.Frontiers in pediatrics · 2026Article
- Transcriptomic identification of IL-17/FOS-associated signaling in dartos fascia remodeling of pediatric concealed penis.Frontiers in pediatrics · 2026Article
- Concealed penis: A review of multilevel classification and surgical reconstruction techniques.BJUI compass · 2025Review
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Abstract
Concealed penis (CP), also known as hidden or buried penis, is an external genital deformity in which a normal-sized penis is covered by skin, subcutaneous tissue or fat tissue in the prepubic area, leading to abnormal exposure. This condition has significant morbidity and a negative effect on certain aspects of the patient's quality of life, including but not limited to hygiene, micturition, self-image and sexual function. Current classification systems for CP are heterogeneous, but most of these further classify CP based on their division into congenital concealed penis (CCP) and adult-acquired buried penis (AABP). The aetiology and pathogenesis of this disease are understood to some extent, but the specific underlying mechanisms need further research. Although conservative treatment may be effective for some children with CCP, surgical intervention is still the main treatment for other children with CCP and AABP. There is no 'gold standard' surgical treatment for CP, but there are various surgical methods available; therefore, individualized surgical plans should be created after a comprehensive evaluation based on the classification and aetiology of CP patients.
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