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Penile hemangioma: US and MR imaging demonstration
1Department of Diagnostic Radiology, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Republic of Korea.
Urologic Radiology
|January 1, 1991
Summary
This report details a penile hemangioma case. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) effectively showed the tumor
Area of Science:
- Urology
- Radiology
- Oncology
Background:
- Penile hemangiomas are rare benign vascular tumors.
- Accurate diagnosis and staging are crucial for appropriate management.
Observation:
- A case of penile hemangioma presented with a hypoechoic mass on ultrasonography (US).
- The lesion exhibited high signal intensity on T2-weighted magnetic resonance (MR) imaging.
Findings:
- Magnetic resonance (MR) imaging provided clear visualization of the hemangioma's extent.
- Deep extension into the corpus cavernosum was particularly well-demonstrated by MR imaging.
Implications:
- This case highlights the utility of advanced imaging techniques like MRI in diagnosing penile hemangiomas.
- Detailed imaging is essential for surgical planning and understanding the full scope of the tumor.