Penile and scrotum entrapment by a metal ring with pressure sore formation: a clinical case report

Abstract

Penile entrapment is a rather rare pathology and requires urgent treatment to preserve the organ function. The article presents a clinical case of entrapment of the penile root and scrotum by a metal ring with tissue changes like a pressure sore directly under the ring. Possible methods of emergency surgical treatment in this urgent situation are discussed.

Keywords

• penile entrapment
• penile ring
• urgent urology