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Penis Ring Injuries Treated at Emergency Departments
1Independent Researcher, Austin, Texas, USA.
Journal of Sex & Marital Therapy
|March 18, 2021
Summary
Penis ring injuries treated in US emergency departments (EDs) increased significantly from 2012-2015. Most injuries involved a stuck ring, causing swelling and pain, with most patients released after ED treatment.
Area of Science:
- Urology
- Emergency Medicine
- Public Health
Background:
- Penis rings are used for sexual enhancement.
- Injuries associated with penis rings can lead to emergency department visits.
Purpose of the Study:
- To determine the incidence and characteristics of penis ring-related injuries in the United States.
- To analyze trends in these injuries over a 20-year period.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective analysis of national emergency department data.
- Inclusion of cases coded for penis ring-related injuries from 2000 to 2019.
Main Results:
- An estimated 6,344 penis ring-related injuries were treated in US emergency departments between 2000 and 2019.
- A notable increase in injuries occurred between 2012-2015 (67.7% of total).
- Common injuries included stuck rings (75.3%), edema (29.9%), and pain (18.7%), primarily affecting men aged 30-49.
Conclusions:
- Penis ring injuries represent a significant cause of emergency department visits.
- The incidence of these injuries has increased, particularly in recent years.
- Prompt medical evaluation and management in emergency departments are crucial for these injuries.
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