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Case Studies | Medical Surgical | Saudi Arabia | Volume 5 Issue 1, January 2016 | Rating: 6.6 / 10

Case Report of Early Release of Penile Strangulation by Metallic Rings

Mohammed Alkhureeb

Abstract: Penile strangulation is rare and usually results following placement of constricting objects to enhance sexual stimulation. It requires urgent treatment as delay may lead to irreversible penile ischemia and gangrene.30 years old male present to emergency room with acute urine retention secondary to metallic ring strangulation of penis. Patient was taken to operation room to release the ring by open lateral corportomy and string technique. Patient retained his normal voiding and erectile function. Early release of the strangulation leads to preserve the urethral and erectile function.

Keywords: Penile Strangulation, Metallic Ring Release

Edition: Volume 5 Issue 1, January 2016,

Pages: 1442 - 1444