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Penile Carcinoma Secondary to Balanitis Xerotica Obliterans and Its Compounding Resultant Pathologies: A Case Report.

Ali Z Ansari, Sahar Hafeez, Joshua J Gallagher, Srihita Patibandla, Ali Saeed, Kurt Kratz

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Article in Cureus, 2024. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 2 papers.

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5 · Who and what money

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6 authors.

Ali Z AnsariPathology, William Carey University College of Osteopathic Medicine, Hattiesburg, USA.
Sahar HafeezPathology, William Carey University College of Osteopathic Medicine, Hattiesburg, USA.
Joshua J GallagherPathology, William Carey University College of Osteopathic Medicine, Hattiesburg, USA.
Srihita PatibandlaPathology, William Carey University College of Osteopathic Medicine, Hattiesburg, USA.
Ali SaeedPathology, William Carey University College of Osteopathic Medicine, Hattiesburg, USA.
Kurt KratzPathology, Merit Health Wesley, Hattiesburg, USA.

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

A 57-year-old African-American male presented with urinary retention secondary to a history of balanitis xerotica obliterans (BXO) concurrent with penile carcinoma. BXO, characterized by chronic, sclerosing inflammation of the male external genitalia, presents significant clinical challenges due to its progressive nature and potential for complications. The patient experienced recurrent episodes of urinary retention, leading to multiple hospital visits and disease progression, prompting a comprehensive evaluation and intervention. The patient's medical history revealed a complex array of comorbidities, including penile carcinoma secondary to BXO, urethral strictures, and meatal stenosis. Clinical assessment, including bedside bladder ultrasound and laboratory investigations, confirmed urinary retention secondary to urethral stricture, necessitating urological consultation. Management strategies involved Foley catheter placement, urethral dilation, and pharmacological interventions for pain management. Subsequent follow-up and imaging evaluations identified an increased risk of carcinoma development, highlighting the importance of surveillance and early intervention in patients with BXO. This case report highlights the intricate clinical manifestations and therapeutic considerations encountered in managing BXO and its associated pathologies.

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balanitis xerotica obliteranscatherizationchronic urinary retentionmale circumcisionmale genitourinary systemmeatoplastypenile squamous cell carcinomaposterior urethral stricturerisk factors of erectile dysfunctionrole of steroids

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PMID38832208
PMCPMC11144593

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