title: Closure of urethral fistulae by transverse Y-V advancement flap.
abstract: A transverse Y-V advancement flap procedure for the closure of urethral fistulas is described. This simple and safe technical aid helps to provide a double-layer closure and is also helpful in preventing recurrence of the fistula.
mesh_terms: D002648:Child; D006801:Humans; D007021:Hypospadias / Q000601:surgery; D008297:Male; D011183:Postoperative Complications; D013524:Surgical Flaps; D014522:Urethral Diseases / Q000209:etiology / Q000601:surgery*; D014548:Urinary Fistula / Q000209:etiology / Q000601:surgery*