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SAS Journal of Surgery | Volume-12 | Issue-05
Prepubic Sinus as a Variant of Dorsal Urethral Duplication in a 14-Month-Old Boy: A Case Report
Adhishree Umale, Mugdha Naik, Paras Kothari, Shahaji Deshmukh
Published: May 2, 2026 | 60 35
Pages: 351-353
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Abstract
Introduction: Urethral duplication is a rare congenital anomaly with diverse presentations. Prepubic sinus is considered a variant, possibly representing incomplete dorsal urethral duplication. Case presentation: A 14-month-old boy presented with a dorsal penile opening associated with intermittent purulent and urine-like discharge. Imaging demonstrated a sinus tract extending toward the pubic symphysis without communication with the native urethra. Surgical excision of the tract was performed. Histopathology revealed a tract lined by both stratified squamous epithelium and urothelium. Discussion: The presence of urothelial lining supports the diagnosis of urethral duplication rather than a simple dermoid or epidermoid sinus. Complete excision is curative. Conclusion: Prepubic sinus should be considered a variant of dorsal urethral duplication. Accurate diagnosis requires imaging and histopathology, and surgical excision yields excellent outcomes.