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Fractured penis.

Frank L Cole1, Robert W Vogler

  • 1Department of Acute and Continuing Care, School of Nursing, The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Houston, TX 77030, USA. Frank.L.Cole@uth.tmc.edu

Journal of the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners
|February 8, 2006
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Penile fracture is an urgent urological emergency requiring prompt surgical repair. Nurse practitioners should seek immediate urology consultation for suspected cases to prevent serious complications.

Area of Science:

  • Urology
  • Emergency Medicine
  • Surgical Repair

Background:

  • Penile fracture is an uncommon yet urgent urological emergency.
  • Understanding penile anatomy and physiology is crucial for diagnosis and management.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To inform nurse practitioners about penile fracture diagnosis and management.
  • To review penile anatomy, physiology, assessment, diagnostics, treatment, and referral.

Main Methods:

  • Review of current literature from journals and textbooks.
  • Incorporation of clinical experience.

Main Results:

  • Penile fracture necessitates immediate urology consultation and surgical intervention.
  • Characteristic clinical presentation often obviates the need for extensive diagnostic testing.

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Conclusions:

  • Penile fracture is a critical condition requiring urgent urological consultation and surgical repair.
  • Nurse practitioners must promptly consult urology when penile fracture is suspected or diagnosed due to potential complications.