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Lopez CD, Girard AO, Lake IV, Oh BC, Brandacher G, Cooney DS, Burnett AL, Redett RJ. Lessons learned from the first 15 years of penile transplantation and updates to the Baltimore Criteria. Nat Rev Urol 2023; 20:294-307. [PMID: 36627487 PMCID: PMC9838304 DOI: 10.1038/s41585-022-00699-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 12/02/2022] [Indexed: 01/11/2023]
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Since 2006, five penis transplants have been performed worldwide. Mixed outcomes have been reported, and two of the five penile transplants have required explantation. However, the long-term outcomes have been encouraging when compliance is implemented, whether standard induction and triple therapy maintenance, or single therapy maintenance. Follow-up monitoring of transplant recipients has enabled a synthesis of technical considerations for surgical success and has shown stable leukocyte counts and renal function after a donor bone-marrow-based immunomodulatory regimen followed by tacrolimus monotherapy as long as 3 years post-transplant, as well as continuous nerve regeneration of penile allografts 3 years post-transplant. Areas of uncertainty include the ethics of donor-recipient colour mismatch, surveillance for sexually transmitted infections and how to optimize patient compliance. Questions also remain with respect to the long-term immunological sequelae of penile tissue, functional outcomes, psychosocial implications and patient selection. Patient counselling should be modified to mention the possibility of long-term improvement in nerve regeneration and sufficient renal function with single-therapy maintenance, and to build a longitudinal dialogue and partnership between the patient and the multidisciplinary care team regarding the risks of sexually transmitted infection instead of surveillance.
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- Christopher D. Lopez
- grid.21107.350000 0001 2171 9311Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MA USA
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- grid.21107.350000 0001 2171 9311Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MA USA
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- grid.21107.350000 0001 2171 9311Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MA USA
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- grid.21107.350000 0001 2171 9311Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MA USA
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- grid.21107.350000 0001 2171 9311Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MA USA
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- grid.21107.350000 0001 2171 9311Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MA USA
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- grid.21107.350000 0001 2171 9311Department of Urology, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MA USA
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- grid.21107.350000 0001 2171 9311Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MA USA
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Umar Farooq Baba P, Ahmad Shah R, Rasool A, Kaul A, Hafeez Wani A. PERINEAL BURNS EPIDEMIOLOGY, SEVERITY FACTORS, MANAGEMENT ISSUES AND OUTCOME. BURNS OPEN 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.burnso.2022.03.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/18/2022] Open
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Girard AO, Lake IV, Lopez CD, Kalsi R, Brandacher G, Cooney DS, Redett RJ. Vascularized composite allotransplantation of the penis: current status and future perspectives. Int J Impot Res 2021; 34:383-391. [PMID: 34711953 DOI: 10.1038/s41443-021-00481-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/23/2021] [Revised: 09/30/2021] [Accepted: 10/11/2021] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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Given the multifunctional role of the penis in daily life, penile loss can be a physically and emotionally devastating injury. Options to restore penile loss have traditionally relied on autogenous free flap, local flaps, and skin grafts. These techniques provide satisfactory outcomes but carry high rates of urologic and prosthesis-related complications. Vascularized composite allotransplantation may offer a novel solution for these patients through reconstruction with true penile tissue. Still, penile transplants pose ethical, logistical, and psychosocial challenges. These obstacles are made more complex by the limited cases detailed in published literature. A review of the literature was conducted to assay current practices for penile reconstruction. Most modern complex penile reconstructions utilize autogenous pedicled or free tissue flaps, which may be harvested from a variety of donor sites. A total of five penile transplants have been described in the literature. Of these, four report satisfactory outcomes. The advent of genital allotransplantation has recently broadened the landscape of treatment for penile loss. Reconstruction using true penile tissue through vascularized penile allotransplantation has the possibility to engender increased penile function, sensation, and overall quality of life.
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- Alisa O Girard
- Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD, USA.,Division of Plastic Surgery, Rutgers - Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, Piscataway, NJ, USA
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- Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD, USA
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- Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD, USA
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- Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD, USA
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- Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD, USA
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- Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD, USA
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- Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD, USA.
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Guo L, Zhang M, Zeng J, Liang P, Zhang P, Huang X. Utilities of scrotal flap for reconstruction of penile skin defects after severe burn injury. Int Urol Nephrol 2017; 49:1593-1603. [PMID: 28589215 DOI: 10.1007/s11255-017-1635-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/28/2017] [Accepted: 05/31/2017] [Indexed: 02/05/2023]
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OBJECTIVE In the present study, we aimed to present our experience of an effective two-stage surgical approach using scrotal skin flap for patients with penile skin defects following severe burn injury. MATERIALS AND METHODS A total of 17 patients with penile skin defects underwent scheduled two-stage reconstruction using scrotal skin flap from January 2004 to October 2016. Patients, who were selected as eligible candidates for scrotal flap, exhibited a wide range of indications, including iatrogenic injuries (e.g., diathermy treatment after circumcision), scalding, flame injuries and electrical burns. During the first stage, the denuded penis secondary to debridement was temporally embedded in scrotal skin flap through an intrascrotal tunnel created between the skin and darto's fascia. During the second stage, the skin around the penis was separated and divided from the scrotum after incising the scrotal skin at the ventral penile base. After a mean follow-up of 30 months, the reconstructed penises yielded satisfactory aesthetic outcomes and maintained erectile function. RESULTS The mean age of patients was 35 years (19-55 years), and the median follow-up was 30 months (12-60 months). No major perioperative complication occurred except for dehiscence of scrotal skin after 2nd stage in three patients, and split-thickness skin grafts were applied for recovery of scrotum. Of 17 cases, 15 patients (88.2%) were in satisfactory cosmetic appearance. All patients regained penile sensation and normal voiding function in standing position. The International Index of Erectile Function (IIEF) was used to assess sexual function, with 13 patients (76.5%) reported normal erectile function, while the rest 4 reported mild erectile dysfunction. With regards to intercourse satisfaction domain, encouraging results indicated a total of 17 patients resumed sexual intercourse after surgery. In overall satisfaction domain, 11/17 (64.7%) reported a satisfaction from "very" to "moderately" with their overall sex life and sexual relationship with their partners, while only one patient reported "moderately dissatisfied" with his overall sex life. CONCLUSIONS We report a series of particular cases, including rare iatrogenic injury (diathermy treatment after circumcision) and severe compound electrical injury. Meanwhile, we show our successful experience that scrotal skin flap could be used as an effective surgical alternative to cover severe burn injury wound in male genitalia. The scrotal flap, with higher anti-infection ability and flexible contexture, is available for recovering penile skin defects following severe burn injury resulting in good aesthetic and sexual outcomes.
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- Le Guo
- Department of Burns and Reconstructive Surgery, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Xiangya Road No. 87, Changsha, 41008, Hunan, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Burns and Reconstructive Surgery, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Xiangya Road No. 87, Changsha, 41008, Hunan, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Burns and Reconstructive Surgery, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Xiangya Road No. 87, Changsha, 41008, Hunan, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Burns and Reconstructive Surgery, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Xiangya Road No. 87, Changsha, 41008, Hunan, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Burns and Reconstructive Surgery, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Xiangya Road No. 87, Changsha, 41008, Hunan, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Burns and Reconstructive Surgery, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Xiangya Road No. 87, Changsha, 41008, Hunan, People's Republic of China.
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High-voltage electrical burn of the genitalia, perineum, and upper extremities: the importance of a multidisciplinary approach. J Burn Care Res 2012; 32:e168-71. [PMID: 21979856 DOI: 10.1097/bcr.0b013e31822dc47d] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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High-voltage electrical burns on genitalia and perineal areas are very rare and only sporadic reports are available in the literature with often confusing diagnoses and inconspicuous treatment protocols. Although the surgical treatment of extremities lesions is well established and includes appropriate debridement, temporary wounds coverage, and final adequate soft-tissue reconstruction, management of genital lesions remains controversial and challenging. The authors present a rare case of severe high-voltage electrical injury with involvement of upper extremities and complex lesions localized to the genitalia and perineal region. Treatment required a multidisciplinary approach including the plastic surgery and the urologic and andrologic teams.
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We review the etiology and the management strategy of genital burns. The incidence of genital burns ranges from 2.8 to 13%. Most are part of larger injuries. Scald burns are typical for children, whereas flame and chemical burns happen more often in adults. For first and second-degree genital burns, a conservative approach with physiological dressings and topical antimicrobials is advised. Only third degree burns need to be treated with removal of necrotic tissue and grafting. Indwelling catheters or suprapubic drainage systems must be avoided whenever possible.
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- Dirk P J Michielsen
- Department of Urology, UZ Brussel, Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB), Laarbeeklaan, Brussels.
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Penile amputation is an uncommon condition for which immediate surgical replantation is warranted. This work aimed to represent intervention and management for an amputated penis by replantation and reconstruction. A 23-year-old man presented with traumatic penile amputation for 2 h where the penile proximal part was 1 cm far from the pubis. Replantation included end-to-end anastomosis of the urethral mucosa over a catheter, approximation of the corpus cavernosum and tunica albuginea, anastomosis of the deep dorsal vein, dorsal nerve, both dorsal arteries and superficial dorsal vein. At day 5 post-operatively, the replanted penis had preserved capillary filling. The catheter was removed at day 11, where the patient urinated smoothly. The preliminary cosmetic appearance was satisfactory with frequent morning erection, reported night emission twice within the first month post-operatively. Sensation was preserved in the distal anastomosed stump. It is concluded that meticulous microsurgical technique decreases the possibility of skin loss and increases the chance of erectile function.
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- H K Salem
- Department of Urology, Faculty of Medicine, Cairo University, Cairo 11562, Egypt
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Koul AR, Patil RK, Philip VK. Early use of microvascular free tissue transfer in the management of electrical injuries. Burns 2008; 34:681-7. [PMID: 18241999 DOI: 10.1016/j.burns.2007.08.025] [Citation(s) in RCA: 36] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/25/2007] [Accepted: 08/31/2007] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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High-tension electricity can cause devastating injuries which may result in major soft-tissue loss, limb loss and sometimes major threat to life. Deep structures may be exposed and require flap cover, but microvascular flap transfer in electrical burn has a comparatively high-failure rate. This article aims to evaluate the outcome of early reconstruction of such injuries using free tissue transfer. In the course of 3 years (2004-2006), 16 free tissue transfers were performed in 13 cases of electrical injury from 24h to 3 weeks after trauma. All flaps survived except one. The failure was due to vascular erosion and secondary haemorrhage. There was no incident of vascular occlusion. Thus, if wound debridement is meticulous and microvascular anastomosis is performed well away from the trauma site, free flaps should survive as well in electrical burn cases as in any other.
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- A R Koul
- Medical Trust Hospital, Ernakulam, Kerala, India
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Yavuz M, Dalay C, Kesiktas E, Ozerdem G, Kesiktas NN, Acartürk S. Contact high-tension electrical burn to the penis: Reconstruction of the defect with free radial forearm fasciocutaneous flap and silicon rod, a case report. Burns 2006; 32:788-91. [PMID: 16908103 DOI: 10.1016/j.burns.2006.03.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/07/2005] [Accepted: 03/06/2006] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
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- Metin Yavuz
- Department of Plastic, Reconstructive and Easthetic Surgery, Cukurova University, Hospital of Balcali, 01330 Adana, Turkey
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