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Published in: Current Sexual Health Reports 2/2016

01-06-2016 | Male and Female Surgical Interventions (AL Burnett and CC Carson III, Section Editors)

Contemporary Management of Penile Fracture: a Urologist’s Guide

Authors: Fernandino Vilson, Susan MacDonald, Ryan Terlecki

Published in: Current Sexual Health Reports | Issue 2/2016

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Abstract

Penile fracture involves rupture of the tunica albuginea of the corpora cavernosa. It is typically the result of flexion-based trauma of the erect penis during intercourse, whereby the penis strikes the pubic symphysis or perineum. Classic presentation includes report of a sudden “pop” or “snap” followed by pain, rapid detumescence, and subsequent development of a darkly discolored and swollen penis (the so called “eggplant” deformity). Urethral trauma is seen in up to 38 % of cases. Diagnosis is primarily clinical. Early surgical intervention remains the gold standard and is typically associated with a positive outcome. Herein, we offer a review of the most up-to-date data on this topic, along with guidance from clinical practice.
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Metadata
Title
Contemporary Management of Penile Fracture: a Urologist’s Guide
Authors
Fernandino Vilson
Susan MacDonald
Ryan Terlecki
Publication date
01-06-2016
Publisher
Springer US
Published in
Current Sexual Health Reports / Issue 2/2016
Print ISSN: 1548-3584
Electronic ISSN: 1548-3592
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s11930-016-0069-y

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