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    Rupture of the corpus cavernosum, often from sexual activity, requires prompt treatment. Early surgical repair offers a high success rate with low complications, making it the preferred option over conservative measures.

    Area of Science:

    • Urology
    • Trauma Surgery

    Background:

    • Fracture of the corpus cavernosum involves rupture of the corpora, typically during sexual intercourse or blunt trauma.
    • This injury may be associated with urethral lesions, though it is generally recognizable.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To evaluate the effectiveness and complication rates of different treatment modalities for corpus cavernosum rupture.
    • To determine the optimal treatment strategy for this penile fracture.

    Main Methods:

    • A review of patient data, with 7 out of 8 patients undergoing primary or secondary surgical therapy.
    • One patient was managed with conservative measures.
    • Literature review comparing surgical and conservative treatment outcomes.

    Main Results:

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    • Surgical management yielded highly satisfactory results with no immediate perioperative or postoperative complications.
    • The success rate for surgical treatment was high, consistent with literature reports, showing a complication rate below 10%.
    • Conservative treatment was associated with a significantly higher complication rate of 25-30%.

    Conclusions:

    • Early surgical repair appears to be the most effective treatment for corpus cavernosum rupture.
    • Surgical intervention offers a lower complication rate compared to conservative management.
    • Prompt surgical intervention is recommended for penile fractures, with or without urethral injuries.