Successful microsurgical penile replantation following self amputation in a schizophrenic patient

Successful microsurgical penile replantation following self amputation in a schizophrenic patient

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Amputation of the penis is a rare condition reported from various parts of the world as isolated cases or small series of patients; the common etiology is self-mutilating sharp amputation or an avulsion or crush injury in an industrial accident.A complete reconstruction of all penile structures should be attempted in one stage which att nighthawk hotspot provides the best chance for full rehabilitation of the patient.We report here a single case of total amputation moen rothbury faucet of the penis in an acute paranoid schizophrenic patient.

The penis was successfully reattached using a microsurgical technique.After surgery, near-normal appearance and function including a good urine flow and absence of urethral stricture, capabilities of erection and near normal sensitivity were observed.