Electric wire in the urinary bladder in an adolescent boy.

Area of Science:

• Urology
• Medical Case Reports

Background:

• Self-inserted foreign bodies in the urinary bladder are uncommon in males.
• The male urethra's length typically prevents easy insertion of objects into the bladder.

Observation:

• A 15-year-old male presented with a self-inserted foreign body.
• The foreign body was identified as an insulated electric wire within the urinary bladder.
• The object was inserted for the purpose of sexual arousal.

Findings:

• Diagnosis was established through patient history and radiological imaging.
• Cystoscopic examination confirmed the presence and location of the electric wire.
• The foreign body was successfully removed using a cystoscope.

Implications:

• This case underscores the importance of considering unusual foreign bodies in adolescent males.
• Prompt diagnosis and minimally invasive removal (cystoscopy) lead to favorable outcomes.
• Highlights the need for awareness regarding foreign body insertion for sexual practices in young males.