Penile contusion

Background
  • Blunt injury usually occurring to detumescent penis
  • Frequently seen in straddle injuries, toilet training toddlers
  • Tunica albuginea remains intact

Clinical Features


Differential Diagnosis

Penile trauma

Evaluation


Mangement
  • Treat conservatively with ice, rest, elevation, foley placement if patient unable to void[1]

Disposition


See Also

References
  1. Van Der Horst C, Martinez Portillo FJ, Seif C et al. Male genital injury: diagnostics and treatment. BJU Int 2004;93:927-930.
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