This is a rare condition that is present at birth involving the opening of the urethra (the tube in which the urine exists the bladder). This can produce a penis or urethra that doesn’t work well or look normal.
In boys with epispadias, the urethra opens in top of the penis rather than the tip. The space between this opening and tip of the penis appears like an open book. In girls with epispadias, the urethral opening is towards the clitoris or even belly area. This results in the external genitalia.
This condition does require surgery. Each child is different, and we will make sure to discuss the types of options for treatment and answer any questions you might have.