| Literature DB >> 21179338 |
Seung Jin Moon1, Dai Hee Kim, Jae Hoon Chung, Jung Ki Jo, Young Woo Son, Hong Yong Choi, Hong Sang Moon.
Abstract
Most foreign bodies in the lower genitourinary tract are self-inserted via the urethra as the result of exotic impulses, psychometric problems, sexual curiosity, or sexual practice while intoxicated. Diagnosis of these foreign bodies can be done by clinical history, physical examination, and image studies of the patient. The treatment of foreign bodies is determined by their size, location, shape, and mobility. In most cases, minimally invasive procedures such as endoscopic removal are recommended to prevent bladder and urethral injuries. In some cases, however, surgical treatment should be done if the foreign bodies cannot be removed by the endoscopic procedure or further injuries are expected as a result of the endoscopic procedures. Herein we present 2 cases of self-inserted lower genitourinary foreign bodies with a brief review of the literature.Entities:
Keywords: Foreign bodies; Urethra; Urinary bladder
Year: 2010 PMID: 21179338 PMCID: PMC2998407 DOI: 10.5213/inj.2010.14.3.186
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Int Neurourol J ISSN: 2093-4777 Impact factor: 2.835