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Priapism due to chronic myelocytic leukemia
Syarif1, Khoirul Kholis1, Muhammad Asykar Palinrungi1
1Division of Urology, Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Hasanuddin University, Makassar, Indonesia.
Urology Case Reports
|November 29, 2021
Summary
Priapism, a persistent erection, can be caused by hematologic disorders like chronic myelocytic leukemia. Prompt diagnosis and treatment are crucial for managing this rare but serious condition.
Area of Science:
- Hematology
- Urology
- Oncology
Background:
- Priapism is defined as a persistent penile erection lasting over 4 hours without sexual stimulation.
- Hematologic disorders represent a significant risk factor for developing ischemic priapism.
- Early intervention is critical due to the high complication rate associated with priapism.
Observation:
- This report details a rare case of priapism occurring in a patient with chronic myelocytic leukemia (CML).
- Patients with CML constitute only 1% of priapism cases within hematologic malignancies, highlighting the rarity of this association.
Findings:
- Chronic myelocytic leukemia was identified as the underlying cause of priapism in this patient.
- The case underscores the infrequent but serious link between CML and priapism.
Implications:
- Hematologic screening is essential for patients presenting with priapism to identify potential underlying hematologic disorders.
- Recognizing this association can lead to more timely and effective management strategies for priapism.
- This case emphasizes the importance of a comprehensive diagnostic approach in priapism management.
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