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A case of cavernosal abscess after neglected penile fracture and bacteremia
Lazaros Lazarou1, Marinos Berdempes1, Titos Markopoulos1
1Second Department of Urology, Medical School, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Athens, Greece.
Abstract:
Penile abscess is a urological entity rarely described in the literature. It has been associated with injection therapy for erectile dysfunction, penile instrumentation, trauma and priapism. Identified risk factors include immunosuppresion and pre-existing local or distant infection. Common causal microorganisms include Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococci and Bacteroides. We herein report on a case of penile abscess in a 37-year-old patient occurring after sexual trauma and presenting with bacteremia.
Insights
Penile abscess, a rare urological condition, can arise after sexual trauma. This case highlights the risk of bacteremia (bacteria in the bloodstream) in patients with penile abscess.
Area of Science:
- Urology
- Infectious Diseases
Background:
- Penile abscess is an uncommon urological condition.
- It is associated with factors like erectile dysfunction treatments, penile procedures, trauma, and priapism.
- Risk factors include immunosuppression and existing infections.
Observation:
- A 37-year-old male patient developed a penile abscess.
- The abscess occurred subsequent to sexual trauma.
- The patient presented with bacteremia.
Findings:
- Commonly implicated microorganisms include Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococci, and Bacteroides.
- This case demonstrates a penile abscess following sexual trauma with associated bacteremia.
Implications:
- Penile trauma can lead to serious infections like abscess and bacteremia.
- Early recognition and management of penile abscess are crucial.
- Further research into the specific microbial profiles and treatment outcomes for trauma-induced penile abscesses is warranted.
