[Partial priapisms. Proximal priapism. Report of a case]

Area of Science:

• Urology
• Andrology

Background:

• Priapism is a prolonged erection, often painful, requiring immediate medical attention.
• Localized priapism, affecting specific erectile tissue areas, is exceptionally rare.

Observation:

• The case details a unique instance of localized priapism within the penile erectile tissue.
• This represents a significant finding, being the first reported case in Spanish literature and fifth globally.

Findings:

• The most common cause identified through literature review is trauma, though patient histories can be unclear.
• Diagnostic and therapeutic approaches were effective in all reviewed cases.

Implications:

• This case expands the understanding of priapism variations and their management.
• Highlights the importance of considering localized priapism in differential diagnoses and emphasizes successful treatment outcomes.