Successful removal of metal objects causing penile strangulation by a silk winding method

Area of Science:

• Urology
• Surgical Techniques

Background:

• Penile strangulation presents a significant urological challenge.
• Timely decompression is crucial to avert long-term penile complications.
• Removal of constricting foreign bodies, especially metal, is often difficult and carries risks.

Purpose of the Study:

• To present a novel, simple, and effective method for removing penile constricting foreign bodies.
• To reduce the risks associated with traditional cutting techniques for object removal.

Main Methods:

• A silk winding technique was employed for penile decompression.
• Subcutaneous puncture was utilized in conjunction with silk winding for foreign body extraction.
• This method was developed as an alternative to conventional surgical cutting.

Main Results:

• The described silk winding and subcutaneous puncture method facilitates straightforward foreign body removal.
• This technique potentially mitigates the time-consuming nature and risk of iatrogenic injury associated with cutting methods.
• The approach offers a viable alternative for managing penile strangulation cases.

Conclusions:

• The silk winding and subcutaneous puncture technique provides a simple and safe approach to penile foreign body removal.
• This method addresses the challenges posed by difficult-to-remove objects and reduces the potential for operative complications.
• Urologists can consider this technique as an effective management strategy for penile strangulation.