Primary realignment was used in the treatment of 12 children with complete rupture of the posterior urethra; 10 developed strictures but 7 of these responded to dilation. Problems of continence were encountered only in patients who developed strictures. Since primary realignment results in dilatable strictures in most patients, it is suggested that this should be the treatment of choice in children.
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