Penile trauma

Background

Penis anatomy

The human male urethra laid open on its anterior (upper) surface.

Transverse section of the penis.

• Any patient with trauma to genitalia with 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)

Penile trauma types

• Penile amputation
• Penile contusion
• Penile fracture
• Traumatic epididymitis
• Zipper injury to penis

Differential Diagnosis

Genitourinary Trauma

• Urinary system
  • Renal trauma
  • Ureter trauma
  • Bladder trauma
  • Urethral trauma
    • Traumatic foley catheter removal
• Genital
  • Penile trauma
    • Traumatic foley catheter removal
  • Testicular trauma
  • Vaginal trauma
• Other
  • Child abuse
  • Pelvic fracture (often accompanies)
  • Sexual assault

See Also

• GU Trauma
• Penile diagnoses