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[Giant scrotal lymphedema].

Authors :
Salas Cabrera R
Moré Pérez F
Source :
Archivos espanoles de urologia [Arch Esp Urol] 2007 Mar; Vol. 60 (2), pp. 195-8.
Publication Year :
2007

Abstract

Objective: To report the case of a patient with long-term giant genital lymphedema as a consequence of partial penectomy with bilateral inguinal lymphadenectomy 26 years before.<br />Methods: 58-year-old male patient consulting for genital volume increase (penis and scrotum). Diagnostic tests were performed and surgery was indicated.<br />Results: Complete bilateral scrotal excision including testicles and complete amputation of the penile remnant were carried out. Urethra was anastomosed to skin in the root of the scrotum. Post-operative outcome was satisfactory.<br />Conclusions: Genital lymphedema is a disease associated with severe aesthetic and psychological disorders. The present case demonstrates that these patients may be rehabilitated.

Details

Language :
Spanish; Castilian
ISSN :
0004-0614
Volume :
60
Issue :
2
Database :
MEDLINE
Journal :
Archivos espanoles de urologia
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
17484490