Hypospadias

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-005551",
  "term": "Hypospadias",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A congenital birth defect in males where the opening of the urethra is located on the underside of the penis instead of at the tip. This developmental anomaly results from incomplete fusion of the urethral folds during fetal development. It can range in severity and often requires surgical correction.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "see_also": [
    "birth defect",
    "urethra",
    "vagina"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2016, 88, 713. 'Glossary of terms used in developmental and reproductive toxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2016)' on page 767 (https://doi.org/10.1515/pac-2015-1202)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/hypospadias/"
}