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J Reconstr Microsurg 1996; 12(1): 23-26
DOI: 10.1055/s-2007-1006448
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© 1996 by Thieme Medical Publishers, Inc.

Penile Replantation after Self-Inflicted Complete Amputation: Case Report

Osamu Ishida, Yoshikazu Ikuta, Takeshi Shirane, Mitsuru Nakahara
  • Departments of Orthopaedic Surgery and Urology, Hiroshima University School of Medicine, Japan
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Accepted for publication 1995

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08 March 2008 (online)

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ABSTRACT

A case of penile replantation is reported in which a 37-year-old man suffered a self-inflicted complete penile amputation. Replantation was successfully performed; at 3 months after surgery, a urethrocystogram demonstrated the absence of urethral stricture. Although complete erection has yet to be obtained, no other functional impairments have been encountered at 7 months after replantation. Reconstruction of the venous system is considered to be one of the most important factors in achieving a successful penile replantation.