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Penile calciphylaxis: a conservative approach

O El-Taji1, J Bondad1, S Faruqui1

  • 1Department of Urology, Lister Hospital, Stevenage, UK.

Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England
|September 19, 2019
PubMed

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Penile calciphylaxis, a rare condition in dialysis patients, involves calcification of small arteries. Early diagnosis and a team approach are crucial for managing this high-mortality risk urological issue.

Area of Science:

  • Urology
  • Nephrology
  • Dermatology

Background:

  • Penile calciphylaxis (calcific uremic arteriolopathy) is a rare condition.
  • It is frequently linked to end-stage renal disease and hemodialysis.
  • Often associated with systemic calciphylaxis, its specific pathophysiology and management warrant further attention.

Observation:

  • A case of penile calciphylaxis in a 59-year-old male patient on hemodialysis is presented.
  • The patient had end-stage renal failure.

Findings:

  • The patient was successfully managed conservatively.
  • This highlights the potential for non-invasive treatment strategies.

Implications:

  • Early diagnosis and a multidisciplinary approach are essential for improving outcomes.
  • Further research into penile calciphylaxis as an individual entity is needed.
  • Conservative management may be a viable option for select cases.

Keywords:
CalciphylaxisPenile diseasePenis

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