Bipedicled Scrotal Flap for Penile Resurfacing.

ABSTRACT

BACKGROUND: Acquired penile defects can be secondary to various pathologic conditions, including infection, scar, or complications following urologic procedures. Penis defects with skin deficit carry a distinct challenge for reconstructive surgeons. Scrotal flaps can provide reliable coverage and can restore distinct qualities of native penile skin. METHODS: A series of patients presented with a variety of acquired penile defects. Each of these patients underwent staged bipedicle scrotal flap surgery for coverage by the senior author. RESULTS: Eight patients underwent bipedicle scrotal flap reconstruction for penile defects with a skin deficit. All eight patients had satisfactory outcomes postoperatively. Only two of the eight patients had minor complications. CONCLUSIONS: For select patients presenting with underlying deficit of penile skin, bipedicle scrotal flaps prove to be a safe, reproducible, and reliable reconstructive technique for penile resurfacing. CLINICAL QUESTION/LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Therapeutic, V.