Simple solution for urethral caruncle.
OBJECTIVE
Although urethral caruncle is not a major disease, the technique to remove it has been rather difficult and complicated. We describe a simple method of removal that is comparable to its importance.


METHODS
In 10 patients we applied a ligation technique using 1-zero silk at the base of the urethral caruncle during a 4-year period.


RESULTS
This technique was well tolerated by patients without analgesics or anesthesia. It also allowed obtaining tissue pathological evaluation if wanted. Seven to 14 days after ligation the caruncles broke off without any problem. The caruncles base healed satisfactorily. However, this technique requires at least 1 assistant.


CONCLUSIONS
We describe a simple treatment for urethral caruncle.
Park
Dong Soo
DS
Department of Urology, Pundang CHA Hospital, Pochon CHA University, College of Medicine, Sungnam, Korea. dsparkmd@cha.ac.kr
Cho
Taek Woo
TW
D000328:Adult; D000368:Aged; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008026:Ligation; D008875:Middle Aged; D014522:Urethral Diseases / Q000601:surgery*