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Self-inflicted strangulation of prepuce in a child
Fikret Halis1, Mehmet Inci, Matthew T Freier
1Department of Urology, Korfez State Hospital, Kocaeli, TURKEY.
APSP Journal of Case Reports
|January 2, 2013
Summary
Self-inflicted penile strangulation by a child is rare. A 7-year-old boy tied his foreskin with thread, requiring surgical intervention and circumcision to treat the resulting damage.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Surgery
- Urology
- Emergency Medicine
Background:
- Penile trauma is an uncommon pediatric emergency.
- Strangulation injuries of the penis can be accidental or self-inflicted.
- Self-inflicted penile strangulation in children is a rare occurrence.
Observation:
- A case report details a 7-year-old uncircumcised boy.
- The child intentionally strangulated his foreskin using a cotton thread.
- The injury presented to the pediatric emergency room.
Findings:
- The strangulation led to foreskin damage.
- The cotton thread was surgically removed.
- Circumcision was performed to address the damaged foreskin.
Implications:
- Highlights the importance of recognizing rare pediatric penile injuries.
- Underscores the need for prompt surgical management in strangulation cases.
- Suggests potential for self-harm behaviors even in young children.
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