Table 1.
Distribution And Comparison Of Basic And Clinical Demographic Characteristics Of Patients With Hypospadias Between The Two Groups
| Characteristics | Silicone gel (n = 32) | Vaseline (n = 32) | P value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age, year (µ ± SD) | 2.56 ± 1.04 | 2.91 ± 1.44 | 0.262 |
| Education Status of Parents, n (%) | |||
| Illiterate | 2 (6.3) | 4 (12.5) | 0.744 |
| Under Diploma | 10 (31.3) | 7 (21.9) | |
| Diploma | 11 (34.4) | 12 (37.5) | |
| Academic | 9 (28.1) | 9 (28.1) | |
| Socioeconomic Status, n (%) | |||
| Poor | 9 (28.1) | 12 (37.5) | 0.314 |
| Moderate | 17 (53.1) | 11 (34.4) | |
| Good | 6 (18.8) | 9 (28.1) | |
| Previous Hypospadias, n (%) | – | ||
| Yes | 0 (0) | 0 (0) | |
| No | 32 (100) | 32 (100) | |
| Type of Hypospadias, n (%) | 0.881 | ||
| Distal | 24 (75.0) | 24 (75.0) | |
| Midshaft | 4 (12.0) | 5 (15.6) | |
| Proximal | 4 (12.0) | 3 (9.4) | |
| Chordee, n (%) | 0.774 | ||
| Yes | 9 (28.1) | 7 (21.9) | |
| No | 23 (79.9) | 25 (78.1) | |
| Surgical Technique, n (%) | 0.999 | ||
| MAGPI | 25 (78.1) | 24 (75.0) | |
| Snodgrass | 7 (21.9) | 8 (25.0) |
Abbreviation: MAGPI, Meatal Advancement and Glanuloplasty Incorporated.