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Retrograde Ejaculation Due to Posterior Urethral Stricture: A Rare Case Report.

Lei Zheng¹, Lihong Wang¹, Hui Jiang²

¹Department of Andrology and Sexual Medicine, The Second Hospital of Dalian Medical University, Dalian, China.

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|September 13, 2024

Summary

Pelvic fracture can cause urethral strictures leading to retrograde ejaculation. Balloon dilatation improved urinary flow and partially restored antegrade ejaculation in a case study.

Keywords:

pelvic fracture retrograde ejaculation transurethral balloon dilation urethral stricture

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Area of Science:

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Sexual Medicine
Trauma Surgery

Background:

Pelvic fractures frequently cause injuries to the posterior urethra, potentially leading to strictures.
Urethral strictures can significantly impair sexual function, including ejaculation.
Retrograde ejaculation is a common complication following pelvic trauma and urethral reconstruction.

Observation:

A 29-year-old man presented with a 3-year history of retrograde ejaculation and 8 years of urethral stricture post-pelvic fracture.
Diagnostic imaging included retrograde urethrogram for stricture measurement and transrectal color Doppler ultrasound to monitor ejaculation.
The patient desired improvement in ejaculatory function.

Findings:

Urethral balloon dilatation successfully relieved urinary obstruction, restoring normal urination.
Transrectal color Doppler ultrasound demonstrated partial antegrade ejaculation alongside continued retrograde ejaculation after treatment.
The procedure addressed the urethral stricture, offering a degree of functional improvement.

Implications:

This case highlights the potential for minimally invasive techniques like balloon dilatation in managing complex post-traumatic urethral strictures.
Real-time ultrasound monitoring provides valuable insights into ejaculatory dynamics following intervention.
Successful management can improve quality of life for patients suffering from sexual dysfunction after pelvic trauma.