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Case Reports
. 1983 Sep;146(3):376-82.
doi: 10.1016/0002-9610(83)90420-8.

Surgical management of an epidemic of penile amputations in Siam

K Bhanganada, T Chayavatana, C Pongnumkul, A Tonmukayakul, P Sakolsatayadorn, K Komaratat, H Wilde
Case Reports

Surgical management of an epidemic of penile amputations in Siam

K Bhanganada et al. Am J Surg. 1983 Sep.

Abstract

Thailand recently experienced an epidemic of penile amputations. These were usually performed by angry wives on philandering husbands. This outbreak appeared to have been fueled by graphic press reports and fortunately seems to have abated. A technique for reanastomosis of the amputated penile segment was first described by McRoberts et al [5] in 1968. It was modified further so that it can be performed in any general hospital with an acceptable result. Experience with this procedure in 18 patients has been described.

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