BACKGROUND: A 'fracture' of the penis refers to a tear in the deep layer of the tunica albuginea (Buck's fascia) and may be associated with a urethral injury. AIM: To describe a classical case of a 'fractured' penis and discuss the management options. METHOD: A case report of a 30-year-old man presented with a 'fractured' penis and who underwent surgical intervention. CONCLUSION: This rare occurrence represents a urological emergency and necessitates imaging and repair of the cavernosal defect in order to prevent poor functional outcome.
BACKGROUND: A 'fracture' of the penis refers to a tear in the deep layer of the tunica albuginea (Buck's fascia) and may be associated with a urethral injury. AIM: To describe a classical case of a 'fractured' penis and discuss the management options. METHOD: A case report of a 30-year-old man presented with a 'fractured' penis and who underwent surgical intervention. CONCLUSION: This rare occurrence represents a urological emergency and necessitates imaging and repair of the cavernosal defect in order to prevent poor functional outcome.