Mark G Biebel1, Martin S Gross2, Ricardo Munarriz3. 1. Boston Medical Center, Boston University School of Medicine, 725 Albany street, suite 3B, Boston, MA, 02118, USA. 2. Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center, Lebanon, NH, 03756, USA. 3. Boston Medical Center, Boston University School of Medicine, 725 Albany street, suite 3B, Boston, MA, 02118, USA. munarriz@bu.edu.
Abstract
PURPOSE OF REVIEW: Priapism is a rare condition that has different presentations, etiologies, pathophysiology, and treatment algorithms. It can be associated with significant patient distress and sexual dysfunction. We aim to examine the most up-to-date literature and guidelines in the management of this condition. RECENT FINDINGS: Priapism is a challenging condition to manage for urologists, since the etiology is often multi-factorial and the suggested treatment algorithms are based on small studies and expert anecdotal experience, perhaps due to the rarity of the disorder. Ischemic priapism of less than 24 h can be managed non-surgically in most cases with excellent results. Ischemic priapism of more than 36 h is frequently associated with permanent erectile dysfunction. Management of prolonged priapism with penile shunting still may result in poor erectile function, so penile prosthesis can be discussed in these scenarios.
PURPOSE OF REVIEW: Priapism is a rare condition that has different presentations, etiologies, pathophysiology, and treatment algorithms. It can be associated with significant patient distress and sexual dysfunction. We aim to examine the most up-to-date literature and guidelines in the management of this condition. RECENT FINDINGS: Priapism is a challenging condition to manage for urologists, since the etiology is often multi-factorial and the suggested treatment algorithms are based on small studies and expert anecdotal experience, perhaps due to the rarity of the disorder. Ischemic priapism of less than 24 h can be managed non-surgically in most cases with excellent results. Ischemic priapism of more than 36 h is frequently associated with permanent erectile dysfunction. Management of prolonged priapism with penile shunting still may result in poor erectile function, so penile prosthesis can be discussed in these scenarios.
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