FRACTURE OF THE PENIS IN THE NIGER DELTA REGION OF NIGERIA

Area of Science:

• Urology
• Trauma Surgery
• Sexual Health

Background:

• Penile fracture is a rare but serious urological emergency.
• It can cause significant distress to patients and their partners.
• Incident rates and treatment outcomes vary globally.

Purpose of the Study:

• To investigate the clinical presentation of penile fracture.
• To identify etiological factors contributing to penile fracture.
• To evaluate treatment outcomes for penile fracture in Nigeria.

Main Methods:

• Retrospective analysis of penile fracture cases from 2007-2015.
• Data collected on patient demographics, injury mechanisms, and treatment.
• Statistical analysis performed using SPSS software.

Main Results:

• Eighty-one percent of penile fractures resulted from vigorous sexual activity.
• The penile mid-shaft was the most common injury site (57.1%).
• Twenty-nine percent of patients had associated urethral injuries; 85.7% underwent immediate surgery with good outcomes.

Conclusions:

• Vigorous sexual activity is the primary cause of penile fracture in this region.
• Associated urethral injuries are common and require prompt management.
• Early surgical intervention is crucial for achieving satisfactory functional recovery.