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Penile ossification and acquired penile deviation

W K Vahlensieck1, H E Schaefer, M Westenfelder

  • 1Department of Urology, University of Munich, Germany.

European Urology
|January 1, 1995
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Penile ossification, a rare condition causing penile deviation, involves bone formation in the corpora cavernosa. Surgical excision is the recommended treatment for symptomatic cases, with most patients regaining sexual function.

Area of Science:

  • Urology
  • Andrology
  • Surgical Pathology

Background:

  • Penile ossification is a rare condition characterized by abnormal bone formation within the corpora cavernosa.
  • The etiology of penile ossification in humans remains unknown and is distinct from the os penis found in other mammals.

Observation:

  • Three patients presented with penile deviation during erection due to palpable hard plaques in the corpora cavernosa.
  • Histological examination confirmed the presence of solid bone within these plaques.

Findings:

  • Surgical excision of the ossified plaques was performed via a dorsal longitudinal incision.
  • Two out of three patients resumed normal sexual intercourse post-surgery.
  • One patient developed impotence secondary to postoperative cavernitis.

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Implications:

  • Surgical excision is the primary treatment for symptomatic penile ossification.
  • While generally successful, potential complications like cavernitis can lead to erectile dysfunction.
  • Further research into the etiology of penile ossification is warranted.