Idiopathic high‐flow priapism in a 4‐month‐old infant: A case report and review of literature

Key Clinical Message High‐flow priapism in pediatric population is rare, yet comprehensive clinical evaluation, along with penile Doppler ultrasound, and cavernosal blood analysis are crucial for accurate diagnosis. Conservative therapy is effective as an initial treatment. Abstract High‐flow priapi...

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Main Authors: Faisal Ahmed, Mohamed Badheeb, Saleh Al‐wageeh, Qasem Alyhari, Abdulfattah Altam, Saif Ghabisha
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Wiley 2023-10-01
Series:Clinical Case Reports
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1002/ccr3.7985
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Summary:Key Clinical Message High‐flow priapism in pediatric population is rare, yet comprehensive clinical evaluation, along with penile Doppler ultrasound, and cavernosal blood analysis are crucial for accurate diagnosis. Conservative therapy is effective as an initial treatment. Abstract High‐flow priapism is considerably rare in the pediatric age group. We report a four‐month‐old infant presented with a prolonged penile erection. Diagnostic confirmation was achieved through the utilization of Doppler ultrasound and cavernous blood gas analysis. We also review published data on the management of this condition.
ISSN:2050-0904