Traumatic thrombophlebitis of the superficial dorsal vein of the penis: an occupational hazard.
Several cases of thrombophlebitis of the superficial dorsal vein of the penis (TSDVP) have been reported in the literature. Etiologies may include any of the following: trauma associated with vigorous sexual intercourse; penile strangulation caused by a multitude of entities; penile injection; infection; neoplasm; or surgery. We report a rare case of traumatic TSDVP in a cab driver following repeated injury to the penis by a coin-filled pouch. We review the etiologies, mechanism, and treatment of traumatic TSDVP, and attempt to identify men who may be at similar occupational risk.
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Department of Urology, SUNY at Stony Brook, New York 11794-8093, USA.
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Zhou
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Jarrahy
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Khan
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D000328:Adult; D001334:Automobile Driving; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D009784:Occupational Diseases / Q000209:etiology*; D010413:Penis / Q000098:blood supply*; D013924:Thrombophlebitis / Q000209:etiology* / Q000628:therapy