Case report: a novel solution to penile zipper injury--the needle holder.
Penile injuries are relatively uncommon. The crush injury mediated by entrapment of the skin between the teeth and fastener of a zipper mechanism has been described. It is seen more commonly in uncircumcised children than adults. A number of treatment methods have been mentioned in the literature. An adult case presentation and novel method of management using two small needle holders is illustrated.
McCann
Philip A
PA
Department of Emergency Medicine, Cheltenham General Hospital, Sandford Road, Cheltenham, GL53 7AA, UK. pasmccann@hotmail.com
D000328:Adult; D003020:Clothing; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D009339:Needles; D010413:Penis / Q000293:injuries*; D013536:Suture Techniques / Q000295:instrumentation