Ultrasound diagnosis of penile fracture.
BACKGROUND
Rupture of the corpus cavernosum, penile fracture, is an uncommon occurrence. Diagnosis is straightforward when classical historical and physical examination findings are present. However, atypical presentations can make the diagnosis difficult.


OBJECTIVE
Review the literature supporting use of ultrasound for the diagnosis of penile fracture. Review of the ultrasonographic findings in patients with penile fracture.


METHODS
A 32-year-old man presented with penile ecchymosis after sex but lacking several historical and physical examination elements for a diagnosis of penile fracture. Ultrasound performed by the treating physician revealed rupture of the tunica albuginea and presence of a hematoma, leading to a diagnosis of penile fracture.


CONCLUSIONS
Ultrasound is a simple, efficient, and non-invasive imaging method to assist in the diagnosis of penile fracture.
Department of Emergency Medicine, Christiana Care Health System, Newark, Delaware 19718, USA.
Jason T
JT
Nomura
Paul R
PR
Sierzenski
D000328:Adult; D004438:Ecchymosis / Q000209:etiology; D006406:Hematoma / Q000209:etiology; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D010413:Penis / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging* / Q000293:injuries*; D012422:Rupture, Spontaneous; D014463:Ultrasonography