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Male urethral diverticulum having multiple stones.
D Mohanty1, Pk Garg1, Bk Jain1
1Department of Surgery, University College of Medical Sciences and Guru Teg Bahadur Hospital, University of Delhi, New Delhi, India.
Annals of Medical and Health Sciences Research
|July 18, 2014
Summary
Congenital male urethral diverticulum, though rare, can lead to serious complications like stones and infections if not managed promptly. Surgical removal offers a successful outcome for affected children.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Urology
- Surgical Innovation
- Congenital Abnormalities
Background:
- Congenital urethral diverticulum is a rare condition in males.
- Delayed management can result in calculi formation and recurrent urinary tract infections.
Observation:
- A 10-year-old boy presented with voiding disturbances and a penoscrotal lump.
- Imaging revealed an anterior urethral diverticulum with calculi.
Findings:
- Surgical intervention included open urethral diverticulectomy and calculi extraction.
- Primary urethral reconstruction was performed over a Foley catheter.
Implications:
- Early diagnosis and tailored surgical strategies are crucial for successful outcomes.
- This case highlights the importance of timely intervention for congenital male urethral diverticulum.
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