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Penile zipper injury.

Tatsuo Nakagawa1, Allan G Toguri

  • 1Department of Urology, Nagano Matsushiro General Hospital, Nagano City, Japan. tatsuo-n@mx1.avis.ne.jp

Medical Principles and Practice : International Journal of the Kuwait University, Health Science Centre
|June 10, 2006
PubMed
Summary

Penile zipper injuries in children are common emergencies. Successful treatment involves cutting the zipper

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Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Urology
  • Emergency Medicine
  • Trauma Surgery

Background:

  • Penile zipper entrapment is a common pediatric emergency.
  • Accidental penile entrapment in zippers requires prompt medical attention.

Observation:

  • Two pediatric cases of penile zipper injury were reported.
  • The zipper was successfully removed by cutting the median bar and teeth.
  • Minimal trauma to the foreskin was observed post-intervention.

Findings:

  • A novel, minimally invasive technique was employed for zipper removal.
  • The described method effectively resolved penile entrapment with good outcomes.

Implications:

  • This approach offers a safe and efficient solution for penile zipper injuries.
  • Emergency departments should be prepared to manage such pediatric trauma cases.
  • Early intervention prevents long-term complications associated with penile zipper entrapment.