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Sexual activity can lead to urological emergencies, with penile fractures being the most common injury in young men. Prompt recognition and management in emergency settings are crucial for successful treatment and prevention.

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  • Emergency Medicine
  • Sexual Health

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  • Sexual intercourse and autoeroticism can result in genitourinary trauma.
  • Urological emergencies related to sexual activity necessitate specialized emergency care.

Approach:

  • A comprehensive literature review was conducted using Medline, Embase, and Cochrane databases (2000-2014).
  • Identified articles focused on the etiology, presentation, and management of sexual urological emergencies.

Key Points:

  • Young men are the most affected demographic.
  • Common injuries include penile fractures, strangulation, necrosis, and urethrovesical foreign bodies.
  • Penile fractures and strangulation often require surgical intervention.

Conclusions:

  • Sexual activity poses mechanical risks leading to urological emergencies.
  • Emergency department personnel require training for effective management of these injuries.
  • Improved data collection can enhance treatment and prevention strategies.