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Hypospadias Repair
Preparation & Expectations
What happens right after the procedure?
After the surgery, the child will be taken to the surgery recovery room to be monitored for a short time. Vital signs, blood pressure, pulse, and breathing will be checked frequently. Medications may be given to relieve pain. The child is encouraged to drink plenty of fluids to maintain an adequate urine output. Most repairs are performed in a same day surgery center, and the child can go home after recovering from the anesthesia. In some cases, an overnight hospital stay is needed.