title: Symphyseal diastasis in the absence of the exstrophy-epispadias complex.
abstract: Symphyseal diastasis in the absence of exstrophy or epispadias is rare. We reviewed 11 reported cases and present 2 of our own. Based upon our findings, we recommend a thorough physical examination in all patients. A voiding cystourethrogram in those with the radiographic finding of symphyseal diastasis in the absence of exstrophy or epispadias may be helpful. A significant number of patients have associated congenital anomalies.
authors.affiliation: Department of Pediatric Urology, Riley Hospital for Children, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis.
authors.forename: C P
authors.initials: CP
authors.lastname: Steidle
authors.forename: H A
authors.initials: HA
authors.lastname: Kennedy
authors.forename: M E
authors.initials: ME
authors.lastname: Mitchell
authors.forename: R C
authors.initials: RC
authors.lastname: Rink
mesh_terms: D002648:Child; D002675:Child, Preschool; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D011631:Pubic Symphysis / Q000002:abnormalities* / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging; D011859:Radiography