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Infravesical obstruction due to benign intraurethral prostatic cyst
Sung-Goo Chang1, In-Cheol Hwang, Ji-Hyun Lee
1Department of Urology, Kyung Hee University Medical Center, Seoul, Korea. sgchang@khu.ac.kr
Journal of Korean Medical Science
|February 18, 2003
Summary
A rare intraurethral prostatic cyst caused urinary symptoms in a 42-year-old man. Surgical resection successfully resolved his voiding issues, offering a unique treatment approach.
Area of Science:
- Urology
- Medical Case Reports
Background:
- Prostatic cysts are uncommon, typically located within the prostate gland.
- Intraurethral prostatic cysts are exceptionally rare, presenting unique diagnostic and management challenges.
Observation:
- A 42-year-old male presented with symptomatic voiding dysfunction.
- Clinical examination revealed no signs of benign prostatic hyperplasia.
- A unique intraurethral prostatic cyst was identified as the cause of symptoms.
Findings:
- The patient underwent transurethral resection of the intraurethral prostatic cyst.
- A limited resection of adjacent prostatic tissue was performed concurrently.
- Successful resolution of the patient's voiding symptoms was achieved post-operatively.
Implications:
- This case highlights the potential for intraurethral prostatic cysts to cause significant lower urinary tract symptoms.
- Transurethral resection is a viable and effective treatment option for symptomatic intraurethral prostatic cysts.
- Further research into the etiology and optimal management of these rare cysts is warranted.