20Developmental anomalies Structural developmental anomalies primarily affecting one body system Structural developmental anomalies of the male genital system
LB53
category
Hypospadias
Definition Any condition of the urethra affecting males, caused by determinants arising during the antenatal period. These conditions are characterised by a malformation of the urethra and an abnormally placed urinary meatus.
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