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bladder exstrophy and epispadias complex

Definition: Bladder exstrophy and epispadias complex (BEEC) is an anterior midline defect with variable expression involving the infraumbilical abdominal wall including the pelvis, urinary tract, and external genitalia.

BEEC is one of the most severe urologic birth defects because of its profound impact on continence, sexual function, and morbidity due to the effect of chronic and recurrent infections on renal function.

Synopsis

- vesical exstrophy (bladder exstrophy)
- epispadias

See also

- cloacal exztrophy