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[Pediatric foreign body. A two case report.]

José Luis Fadil Iturralde1, Jorge Marani1, Juan Carlos Contardi1

  • 1Servicio de Urología Pediátrica. Hospital de Niños "Víctor J. Vilela". Rosario. Prov. Santa Fe. Argentina.

Archivos Espanoles De Urologia
|May 4, 2021
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Summary

Foreign body insertion into the urethra is rare in young children, often linked to self-discovery. Endourologic removal is typically successful, but child abuse and psychiatric disorders require careful consideration.

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Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Urology
  • Emergency Medicine
  • Foreign Body Ingestion

Background:

  • Urethral foreign body insertion is a rare pediatric emergency.
  • Clinical presentations and foreign body types vary widely.
  • While sexual abuse and mental disorders are considerations, many cases involve childhood self-discovery without sexual intent.

Observation:

  • Two cases of prepubertal boys (ages 5 and 7) presented with metallic urethral foreign bodies.
  • Patients were largely asymptomatic, with diagnosis confirmed via radiology.
  • Both cases were successfully managed with an endourologic approach, avoiding complications.

Findings:

  • Endourologic procedures are the preferred treatment for urethral foreign bodies in children.
  • Conventional surgery is rarely necessary for these cases.
Keywords:
ChildhoodCuerpo extrañoForeign bodyInfanciaUrethraUretra

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  • Radiological confirmation is crucial for diagnosis.

    • Implications:

    • Management requires an individualized approach, focusing on foreign body removal.
    • It is essential to rule out child abuse and psychiatric disorders in affected children.
    • Early and appropriate intervention ensures favorable outcomes.