Ballistic trans-urethral resection of the prostate – A case report of gunshot injury to the posterior urethra

Abstract

We report a case of penetrating gunshot injury to the posterior urethra sustained by a low-velocity projectile during a civilian drive-by shooting. The bullet passed through the prostatic urethra, missing other vital organs and both the internal and external urethral sphincters. Following a period of urethral catheterisation, the patient made a complete recovery with good continence and sexual function.

Keywords

• Gunshot
• Posterior urethra
• Prostate