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Case Reports
. 2005 Jan-Mar;174(1):55-7.
doi: 10.1007/BF03168520.

Fractured penis: a clinical misnomer!

R G Casey  1 , D Galvin, D Bouchier-Hayes, G Lennon
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Case Reports

Fractured penis: a clinical misnomer!

R G Casey et al. Ir J Med Sci. 2005 Jan-Mar.

Abstract

Background: A 'fracture' of the penis refers to a tear in the deep layer of the tunica albuginea (Buck's fascia) and may be associated with a urethral injury.

Aim: To describe a classical case of a 'fractured' penis and discuss the management options.

Method: A case report of a 30-year-old man presented with a 'fractured' penis and who underwent surgical intervention.

Conclusion: This rare occurrence represents a urological emergency and necessitates imaging and repair of the cavernosal defect in order to prevent poor functional outcome.

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