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Hematoma or "partial priapism" in the proximal part of the corpus cavernosum
René Franciscus Kropman1, Jaap Schipper
1Department of Urology, Haga Ziekenhuis, The Hague, The Netherlands.
Introduction:
"Partial priapism" is a rare disorder. Therapy is controversial in literature.
Aim:
To show that conservative treatment leads to a full functional recovery of this condition.
Methods:
This report describes a case of a hematoma or "partial priapism" in the proximal part of the right corpus cavernosum.
Results:
Complete functional recovery after conservative treatment with nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs.
Conclusion:
"Partial priapism" probably represents a hematoma in the interstitium of the proximal part of the corpus cavernosum. Conservative treatment is advised.
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