Penile trauma: Difference between revisions
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*All penetrating trauma to the penis requires surgical consultation | *All penetrating trauma to the penis requires surgical consultation | ||
*Avulsed penile skin should not be reapplied (invariably becomes necrotic and infected) | *Avulsed penile skin should not be reapplied (invariably becomes necrotic and infected) | ||
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====Penile Amputations==== | ====Penile Amputations==== | ||
*Amputated part should be placed in a sterile bag after wrapped in wet saline gauze, then place in another bag submerged in ice and tap water. | *Amputated part should be placed in a sterile bag after wrapped in wet saline gauze, then place in another bag submerged in ice and tap water. | ||
Revision as of 03:43, 4 January 2015
Background
- Any pt w/ trauma to genitalia w/ a prothesis in place should be seen by a urologist
- All penetrating trauma to the penis requires surgical consultation
- Avulsed penile skin should not be reapplied (invariably becomes necrotic and infected)
Types
Penile trauma types
Penile Amputations
- Amputated part should be placed in a sterile bag after wrapped in wet saline gauze, then place in another bag submerged in ice and tap water.
- DO NOT submerge in saline and ice since freezing point will be higher
Differential Diagnosis
Genitourinary Trauma
- Urinary system
- Genital
- Other
- Child abuse
- Pelvic fracture (often accompanies)
- Sexual assault