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Schneider J, Schöttle T, Randecker D, Schwaibold H. [Idiopathic partial thrombosis of the corpus cavernosum (IPTCC) : A rare urological emergency]. UROLOGIE (HEIDELBERG, GERMANY) 2023; 62:929-935. [PMID: 37142812 DOI: 10.1007/s00120-023-02082-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 03/08/2023] [Indexed: 05/06/2023]
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BACKGROUND Idiopathic partial thrombosis of the corpus cavernosum (IPTCC) is a rare, semi-acute disease in young, healthy men. In addition to an anatomical predisposition, perineal microtrauma is stated as the main risk factor. MATERIALS AND METHODS A case report and the results of a literature search with descriptive-statistical processing of 57 peer-reviewed publications are presented. A therapy concept was drawn up for clinical practice. RESULTS Our patient was treated conservatively and was consistent with the 87 cases which have been published since 1976. IPTCC is a disease of young men (33.2 years, range 18-70), which is associated with pain and perineal swelling in 88%. Sonography and contrast-enhanced magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) proved to be the diagnostic modality of choice, demonstrating the thrombus and in 89% a connective tissue membrane inside the corpus cavernosum. Treatment included antithrombotic and analgesic (n = 54, 62.1%), surgical (n = 20, 23%), analgesic (n = 8, 9.2%), via injection (n = 2, 2.3%), as well as radiological interventional (n = 1, 1.1%) options. In 12 cases, erectile dysfunction, mostly temporary, which required phosphodiesterase (PDE)-5 therapy developed. Recurrence and prolonged courses were rare. CONCLUSION IPTCC is a rare disease in young men. Conservative therapy with antithrombotic and analgesic treatment has shown good chances of full recovery. If relapse occurs or the patient refuses antithrombotic treatment, operative/alternative therapy management should be considered.
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- J Schneider
- Klinikum am Steinenberg Reutlingen, Steinenbergstr. 31, 72764, Reutlingen, Deutschland.
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Reversed priapism, thrombosis of the dorsal penile vein: A case report. Radiol Case Rep 2023; 18:467-471. [DOI: 10.1016/j.radcr.2022.10.066] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/04/2022] [Revised: 10/12/2022] [Accepted: 10/23/2022] [Indexed: 11/25/2022] Open
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Russom M, Fitsum Y, Debesai M, Russom N, Bahta M. Tamsulosin and risk of priapism: A causality assessment using Austin Bradford Hill Criteria. Pharmacol Res Perspect 2022; 10:e00934. [PMID: 35170870 PMCID: PMC8848631 DOI: 10.1002/prp2.934] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/25/2021] [Accepted: 01/22/2022] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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Tamsulosin hydrochloride, a selective alpha-adrenergic blocking agent has been previously associated with priapism. Priapism is a medically serious condition that, if not intervened, can cause permanent erectile dysfunction. This study was conducted to investigate whether the association of tamsulosin and priapism is causal. All currently available evidence such as experimental, biological, toxicological, published studies, and safety data mined from the WHO global pharmacovigilance database was systematically organized into the Austin Bradford Hill causality assessment framework. In the international pharmacovigilance database, a strong association between tamsulosin and priapism (IC025 = 4.1; PRR025 = 19.9; ROR025 = 20) was observed. There were 122 cases of priapism associated with tamsulosin submitted to the database from 23 countries. In 87.7% of the cases, tamsulosin was reported as a 'sole suspect,' and in 50.8%, it was the only drug administered. In several patients, priapism resolved following discontinuation of tamsulosin and recurred after its reintroduction. Both in the published and unpublished data, for majority of the cases, the time to onset of priapism was within few days following the first intake of tamsulosin. Cases of priapism, particularly those published, were consistent in their clinical features with patients experiencing prolonged painful erection that required aspiration of cavernosal blood, irrigation of the corpora cavernosa, and treatment with vasopressors. Other alpha-adrenergic blocking agents that are structurally analogous with tamsulosin have also been associated with priapism. In several cases, tamsulosin was used off-label, for the treatment of ureteral calculi expulsion. Eight patients experienced priapism that ended up with serious complications such as ejaculation disorders and erectile dysfunction. The currently available totality of evidence suggests that the association of tamsulosin and priapism is causal. Healthcare professionals are therefore recommended to cautiously prescribe tamsulosin and ensure that consumers are aware of the potential risk of priapism.
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- Mulugeta Russom
- Eritrean Pharmacovigilance CentreNational Medicines and Food AdministrationMinistry of HealthAsmaraEritrea
- Department of Medical InformaticsErasmus Medical CenterRotterdamNetherlands
- European Programme for Pharmacovigilance and PharmacoepidemiologyUniversity of BordeauxBordeauxFrance
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- Eritrean Pharmacovigilance CentreNational Medicines and Food AdministrationMinistry of HealthAsmaraEritrea
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- Eritrean Pharmacovigilance CentreNational Medicines and Food AdministrationMinistry of HealthAsmaraEritrea
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- Orotta College of Medicine and Health SciencesAsmaraEritrea
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- Eritrean Pharmacovigilance CentreNational Medicines and Food AdministrationMinistry of HealthAsmaraEritrea
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Priapism – A rare side effect of alpha blockers: Report of 2 cases and literature review. Rev Int Androl 2022; 20:211-216. [DOI: 10.1016/j.androl.2020.12.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/30/2020] [Revised: 10/16/2020] [Accepted: 12/06/2020] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
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Scanlon L, Compton N, Croghan S, Daly P, Cullen IM. Partial priapism of the penis: A case report and review. JOURNAL OF CLINICAL UROLOGY 2021. [DOI: 10.1177/20514158211024085] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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- Lorraine Scanlon
- Department of Urology and Andrology, University Hospital Waterford, Ireland
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- Department of Urology and Andrology, University Hospital Waterford, Ireland
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- Department of Urology and Andrology, University Hospital Waterford, Ireland
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- Department of Urology and Andrology, University Hospital Waterford, Ireland
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- Department of Urology and Andrology, University Hospital Waterford, Ireland
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Terkmane N, Van Glabeke E, Olicki JM, Andre MH, Benkhelifa AM, Mouheb M. [Partial thrombosis of the corpus cavernosum: A new case with good outcomes under non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs]. Prog Urol 2021; 31:503-505. [PMID: 33941456 DOI: 10.1016/j.purol.2021.03.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/06/2020] [Revised: 02/23/2021] [Accepted: 03/08/2021] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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Partial priapism is a rare pathology with less than 60 cases published in the literature; the etiology remains unknown, although certain favorable factors are identified as having in relation a prolonged perineal compression or a thrombopathy. The symptomatology is characterized by the appearance of pain, perineal edema and an induration of the root of the penis, which do not concern the distal part of the penis or the glans. MRI is the best complementary examination. The first-line surgical treatment is abandoned. Medical treatment with non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs or low molecular weight heparins combined with platelet aggregation inhibitors give good results with complete resolution of symptoms in 82% of cases; first-line medical treatment should be favored. We report a case of idiopathic partial priapism, successfully treated with non-steroidal anti-inflammatory without recurrence after 10 years.
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- N Terkmane
- Service d'urologie, Centre hospitalier intercommunal André-Grégoire, Montreuil, France; Fédération interhospitalière d'urologie de Seine Saint-Denis, Paris, France.
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- Service d'urologie, Centre hospitalier intercommunal André-Grégoire, Montreuil, France; Fédération interhospitalière d'urologie de Seine Saint-Denis, Paris, France
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- Service de radiologie, Centre hospitalier intercommunal André-Grégoire, Montreuil, France
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- Service de médecine interne, Centre hospitalier intercommunal André-Grégoire, Montreuil, France
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- Fédération interhospitalière d'urologie de Seine Saint-Denis, Paris, France
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- Service d'urologie, Centre hospitalier intercommunal André-Grégoire, Montreuil, France; Fédération interhospitalière d'urologie de Seine Saint-Denis, Paris, France
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Khater U, Ramasamy R, Shah HN. Tamsulosin-Induced Priapism: Report of Two Cases and Review of Literature. J Endourol Case Rep 2020; 6:174-176. [PMID: 33102720 DOI: 10.1089/cren.2019.0157] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/12/2022] Open
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Background: Tamsulosin in a widely used drug in urology practice in treating lower urinary tract symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia, distal ureteral stones, and ureteral stent-related symptoms. Ischemic priapism is a rare but serious adverse effect of tamsulosin. We report two cases of tamsulosin-induced priapism and reviewed available literature citing priapism as a complication of tamsulosin. We also reviewed the U.S. Food and Drug Administration Adverse Event Reporting System (FAERS) database to identify reported cases of tamsulosin-induced priapism. Case Presentation: First patient was a 61-year-old African American male with paraplegia of 30-year duration. He developed priapism after taking first dose of tamsulosin for lower urinary tract symptoms. He presented with 18 hours of painful erection and was treated with aspiration and irrigation, followed by phenylephrine injection. The patient maintained potency after treatment. The second patient was a 24-year-old male who received tamsulosin in the emergency department as medical expulsive therapy for 11 mm distal ureteral stone. Since he had intractable pain, he underwent emergency primary ureteroscopy with laser lithotripsy as definitive treatment of his ureteral calculus. He developed intraoperative priapism that subsided postoperatively. However, he was discharged with tamsulosin to reduce stent-related urinary symptoms. He returned back to the emergency department after 3 days with persistent priapism for 3 days and needed penoscrotal corporeal decompression to treat his priapism. At 6 weeks follow-up visit, the patient has lost his potency. Although there were only 4 case reports on review of the literature, we were able to identify 46 cases reported in the U.S. FAERS database. Conclusion: Priapism can be an adverse reaction to tamsulosin. Providers and patients should be aware about this complication to ensure early seeking of management to avoid devastating outcomes, particularly in young patients when tamsulosin is given as medical expulsive therapy for ureteral stone and stent-related symptoms.
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- Usama Khater
- Department of Urology, University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, Miami, Florida, USA
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- Department of Urology, University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, Miami, Florida, USA
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- Department of Urology, University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, Miami, Florida, USA
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Priapism secondary to tamsulosin: A case report. Int J Surg Case Rep 2020; 72:460-463. [PMID: 32698265 PMCID: PMC7322206 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijscr.2020.06.022] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/20/2020] [Revised: 05/27/2020] [Accepted: 06/05/2020] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Tamsulosin is the most potent adrenergic alpha-1 antagonist used for treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Priapism has been reported as a rare side effect through direct inhibition of the sympathetic input necessary for detumesence. PRESENTATION OF CASE We describe an otherwise healthy man with recurrent and then persistent unresolved priapism after the use of tamsulosin and concomitant use of ace inhibitor and beta blocker for hypertension. We then performed aspiration and intracavernosal irrigation of saline and vasoconstrictive agent. DISCUSSION Health-care professionals should inform all patients taking such medications about this rare but possible serious adverse effect. Tamsulosin is a useful medication for the management of Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms (LUTS) related to BPH and medical expulsion of distal ureteric calculi. However, its use may be associated on rare occasions with priapism, hence Health-care professionals should be aware in order to advice all patients taking such medications about this rare but serious adverse effect and to seek help as soon as possible. CONCLUSION With caution against the use of tamsulosin in hypertension treated patient, the possibility of the adverse effect can be more noticed and encourage practitioners to look for other alternatives that are safer and better for dealing with LUTS in the future and develop better treatment strategies.
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Benign High-Flow Priapism With a Diffuse and Intense 18F-FDG Uptake on 18F-FDG PET/CT Scanning. Clin Nucl Med 2019; 44:e442-e444. [DOI: 10.1097/rlu.0000000000002616] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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Scherzer ND, Reddy AG, Le TV, Chernobylsky D, Hellstrom WJG. Unintended Consequences: A Review of Pharmacologically-Induced Priapism. Sex Med Rev 2018; 7:283-292. [PMID: 30503727 DOI: 10.1016/j.sxmr.2018.09.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/11/2018] [Revised: 09/14/2018] [Accepted: 09/16/2018] [Indexed: 01/30/2023]
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BACKGROUND Priapism has been linked to many commonly prescribed medications, as well as recreational drugs and toxins. Although the incidence of priapism as a result of medication is small, the increasing use of antidepressants, antipsychotics, and recreational drugs may lead to more cases of pharmacologically-induced priapism in the future. AIM To provide a comprehensive, up-to-date review of the most common causes of pharmacologically induced priapism and discuss incidence, pathophysiology, and basic management strategies. METHODS A review of the available literature from 1960 to 2018 was performed using PubMed with regards to pharmacologically induced priapism. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURE We reviewed publications that outlined incidence, pathophysiology, and management strategies for various pharmacologic causes of priapism: antidepressants, antipsychotics, antihypertensives, methylphenidate, cocaine, heparin, gonadotropin-releasing hormone, propofol, spider bites, and other miscellaneous causes. RESULTS An understanding of the pathophysiology behind common pharmacologic causes of priapism can assist in the development of better treatment strategies and prevent future episodes of priapism. By understanding the potential risks associated with the use of medications with α-blocking or sympathomimetic properties, physicians can reduce the likelihood of priapism in their patients, especially those with other medical conditions that put them at increased baseline risk. Early corporal aspiration and injection of phenylephrine reduces additional complications related to priapism. In select patients, early placement of a penile prosthesis may prevent further morbidity. CONCLUSION By developing a greater understanding of common pharmacologic causes of priapism, physicians can promptly identify and manage symptoms, leading to decreased patient morbidity. Scherzer ND, Reddy AG, Le TV, Chernobylsky D, Hellstrom WJG. Unintended Consequences: A Review of Pharmacologically-Induced Priapism. Sex Med Rev 2019;7:283-292.
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- Department of Urology, Tulane University, New Orleans, LA, USA
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- Department of Urology, Tulane University, New Orleans, LA, USA; Department of Andrology, Binh Dan Hospital, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
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Cano-García MDC, Arrabal-Polo MÁ. Priapismo inducido por doxazosina. Rev Int Androl 2016. [DOI: 10.1016/j.androl.2014.12.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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Weyne E, Schillebeeckx C, Jamaer C, D'Hulst P, Bozzini G, Grunert R, d'Hondt F, Hoebeke P, Müller A, Van Renterghem K, Joniau S, Albersen M. Idiopathic Partial Thrombosis (IPT) of the Corpus Cavernosum: A Hypothesis-Generating Case Series and Review of the Literature. J Sex Med 2015; 12:2118-25. [PMID: 26553854 DOI: 10.1111/jsm.13036] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Idiopathic partial thrombosis (IPT) of the corpus cavernosum is a rare condition. The etiology is not fully understood; however, the presence of an either or not congenital web in these patients may contribute to the development of IPT. AIM The aim of this study was to describe 18 new IPT cases and compare these with 38 cases found in the literature. METHODS A multicenter retrospective analysis was performed. Descriptive statistics are given. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES The main outcome measures used were clinical presentation, clinical and radiographical diagnostics, treatment and resolution of symptoms. RESULTS Patients most frequently presented with perineal swelling (10/18; 56%) and pain (13/18; 72%), unilateral (12/18; 67%) or bilateral (4/18; 22%), and pain during erection (10/18; 72%). Penile curvature, dysuria or fever (each 1/18; 6%) were uncommon presenting symptoms. In our series, magnetic resonance imaging demonstrated a fibrous web in the corpus cavernosum in 100% of cases and was more bilaterally (11/18; 61%) than unilaterally (7/18; 39%) diagnosed. Cycling was found to be a provocative factor for IPT occurrence in patients at risk as 61% (11/18) of patients reported being a frequent cyclist with the episode of IPT occurring immediately after or during cycling activity in 8 out of 18 patients (8/18; 44%). In five centers, 15 patients were treated conservatively, the majority being treated with therapeutic doses of low molecular weight heparin and simultaneous anti-aggregant therapy. In one center, all three patients were treated with a surgical approach. Complete resolution of symptoms was noted in only 50% of cases. CONCLUSION IPT is a condition that presents typically with perineal pain and swelling. Cycling is often seen as a provocative factor, while the presence of a fibrous web at the level of the crurocavernosal junction is the underlying disorder allowing for entrapment of blood in the crura. Conservative treatment provides a reasonably good outcome in most cases. For therapy resistant cases, surgery can be considered.
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- Emmanuel Weyne
- Department of Urology, University Hospitals Leuven, Leuven, Belgium
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- Department of Urology, University Hospitals Leuven, Leuven, Belgium
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- Department of Urology, University Hospitals Leuven, Leuven, Belgium
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- Department of Urology, Humanitas Mater Domini, Humanitas University, Castellanza, Italy
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- Division of Urology, Department of Surgery, University of Vermont College of Medicine, Burlington, VT, USA
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- Department of Urology, Gent University Hospital, Ghent, Belgium
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- Clinic of Urology, Universitats Spital Zürich, Zürich, Zwitserland
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- Department of Urology, University Hospitals Leuven, Leuven, Belgium
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- Department of Urology, University Hospitals Leuven, Leuven, Belgium
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Hammond KP, Nielsen C, Linnebur SA, Langness JA, Ray G, Maroni P, Kiser JJ. Priapism induced by boceprevir-CYP3A4 inhibition and α-adrenergic blockade: case report. Clin Infect Dis 2013; 58:e35-8. [PMID: 24092799 DOI: 10.1093/cid/cit673] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/17/2022] Open
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A 44-year-old white man presented to the emergency department with a 3-day history of priapism requiring a surgically performed distal penile shunt. A drug-drug interaction is the suspected cause whereby CYP3A4 inhibition by boceprevir led to increased exposures of doxazosin, tamsulosin, and/or quetiapine, resulting in additional α-adrenergic blockade.
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With only 34 prior cases in world literature, partial priapism (PP), also called partial segmental thrombosis of the corpus cavernosum, is a rare urological condition. The aetiology and treatment of PP is still unclear, but bicycle riding, trauma, drug usage, sexual intercourse, haematological diseases and α-blockers have been associated with PP. In this case report and world literature review, we describe the case of a 50-year-old man suffering from PP after ingesting 100 mg of sildenafil. The patient was treated with a surgical incision for corpus cavernosum and clot evacuation, as a conservative treatment of PP was not feasible due to severe pain and unresponsiveness to analgesics.
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- Peter Hoyerup
- Department of Urology, Roskilde Hospital, Roskilde, Denmark
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Hulth M, Albersen M, Fode M, Peeters K, Ramskov KL, Joniau S, Bisbjerg R, Sønksen J. Idiopathic partial thrombosis of the corpus cavernosum: aetiology, diagnosis and treatment. Scand J Urol 2012; 47:163-8. [PMID: 22762201 DOI: 10.3109/00365599.2012.698305] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022]
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Idiopathic partial thrombosis of the corpus cavernosum (IPT) is a rare cause of perineal pain involving thrombosis within the proximal corpora cavernosa. This article clarifies the aetiology and makes recommendations on diagnosis and treatment. Three cases are described and a systematic review of the literature is presented. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scans of the penis conducted for reasons other than IPT were also reviewed, to compare the normal anatomy of the corpora cavernosa with that of IPT patients.Twenty-nine IPT cases were identified, including the three described here. All patients presented with perineal pain and in all cases the thrombus was located in the proximal part of the corpora cavernosa.IPT has been associated with haematological diseases, drugs, prior priapism, sexual activity, bicycle riding and aeroplane flights. A fibrous septum within the corporeal tissue has been identified with advanced imaging modalities. Ultrasound, computed tomography and MRI have proven useful in the diagnosis. Both surgical and medical treatments have been attempted and the results have usually been good. However, two cases of surgical treatment have resulted in erectile dysfunction. It is suggested that ITP is based on the development of penile thrombosis and/or priapism in the presence of a pre-existing fibrous septum in the corpora cavernosa. MRI should be used to confirm the presence of a thrombus and a septum. First choice of treatment is pain medication and systemic anticoagulation; more invasive treatments should only be attempted only if this approach fails.
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Ilicki J, Krauss W, Andersson SO. Partial segmental thrombosis of the corpus cavernosum: a case report and a review of the literature. Urology 2012; 79:708-12. [PMID: 22386425 DOI: 10.1016/j.urology.2011.11.032] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/17/2011] [Revised: 11/15/2011] [Accepted: 11/19/2011] [Indexed: 10/28/2022]
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Partial segmental thrombosis of the corpus cavernosum (PSTCC) is a rare urological condition characterized by a painful, firm mass in the proximal part of the corpus cavernosum. The underlying pathophysiology of this condition is not fully understood. We present a case diagnosed by magnetic resonance imaging with complete clinical recovery after conservative treatment and novel associated findings, such as excessive alcohol intake. We also review the previous cases of PSTCC and propose a two hit model explaining PSTCC's etiology.
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- Jonathan Ilicki
- Department of Urology, Örebro University Hospital and Örebro University, Örebro, Sweden.
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The penis is a very sensitive organ and even minor injury or discomfort may cause a patient to seek emergency evaluation. Emergency practitioners must be most concerned with the entities that, if left untreated, can result in ischemia and necrosis of the penis, namely ischemic priapism, paraphimosis, and entrapment injury. Any penile trauma should be considered an emergency until proven otherwise. This article discusses emergent penile complaints in adults, with emphasis on the most serious and common conditions.
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- Jeffrey Dubin
- Department of Emergency Medicine, Washington Hospital Center, Georgetown University School of Medicine, Washington, DC 20010, USA.
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