Steidle C P, Kennedy H A, Mitchell M E, Rink R C
Department of Pediatric Urology, Riley Hospital for Children, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis.
J Urol. 1988 Aug;140(2):349-50. doi: 10.1016/s0022-5347(17)41601-6.
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.