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Penile strangulation treated with the modified string method.
Joonwha Noh1, Taek Won Kang, Tag Heo
1Department of Urology, Gwangju Christian Hospital, Gwangju, Republic of Korea.
Urology
|September 8, 2004
Summary
Penile strangulation by heavy metal rings is challenging. A modified string method and glandular puncture successfully treated two such cases.
Area of Science:
- Urology
- Emergency Medicine
Background:
- Penile strangulation by constricting rings is a urological emergency.
- Heavy metal rings pose significant challenges due to their resistance to cutting.
Observation:
- Two male patients (38 and 44 years old) presented with penile strangulation caused by heavy metal rings.
- Standard methods of ring removal were unsuccessful.
Findings:
- A modified string method was employed to relieve the constriction.
- Glandular puncture was performed as an adjunct procedure.
- Both patients were successfully treated without complications.
Implications:
- The modified string method combined with glandular puncture offers a viable solution for penile strangulation by heavy metal rings.
- This approach may prevent the need for more invasive surgical interventions.