Single stage reconstruction of the amputated penis using a microsurgical radial forearm flap transfer.

Total amputation of the penis is a rare but devastating occurrence, especially in younger men. Common causes include trauma, excision for malignant disease and self mutilation. Reconstruction alter amputation is a difficult procedure. There are many factors which influence the success of such a pmcedure. The neo-phallus should not only be aesthetically acceptable, it should also provide a free conduit for urine, be able to register erogenous sensation as well as being of adequate firmness to allow intercourse. We present a case of a patient with amputation of the penis who underwent a free radial forearm flap phalloplasty.