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(N48.3) Priapism
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399 643 in individuals diagnosis priapism confirmed
1 141 deaths with diagnosis priapism
Diagnosis priapism is diagnosed Prevalent in Men Only
399 643
Men receive the diagnosis priapism
1 141 (0.3 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis priapism
0 (No mortality)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease priapism - Men aged 0-5 and Women aged 0
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
in in men, the disease manifests at any ageLess common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-95+
No Cases of the Disease Priapism identified in Men
Disease Features priapism
Absence or low individual and public risk
Priapism - what does this mean
Priapism is a condition in which a man has a prolonged and usually painful erection of the penis without sexual arousal. it is caused by an imbalance between the levels of blood entering and leaving the penis, resulting in blood becoming trapped in the corpora cavernosa, the spongy tissue of the penis.
What happens during the disease - priapism
Priapism is a condition in which a man experiences a prolonged and often painful erection without any sexual stimulation. it is caused by an imbalance between the hormones that control blood flow to the penis and the hormones that cause the penis to relax, resulting in an accumulation of blood in the penis that cannot be released. this can lead to swelling, pain, and tissue damage.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination
- Blood tests to check for infection or clotting disorders
- Ultrasound to check for blockages in the penis
- Doppler ultrasound to check blood flow in the penis
- MRI or CT scan to check for tumors or other abnormalities
- Urodynamic testing to measure the pressure in the penis
- Psychological evaluation to assess any underlying psychological issues
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: Treating Priapism
- Administer medications, such as epinephrine, pseudoephedrine, and phenylephrine, to reduce the engorgement of the penis.
- Administer medications, such as terbutaline, to reduce the pressure and reduce the engorgement.
- Perform a blood transfusion to reduce the amount of sickle cells in the blood.
- Perform a shunt procedure to divert blood away from the erect penis.
- Perform a surgical procedure to remove the obstruction in the penis.
- Perform a surgical procedure to remove the blood clot from the penis.
- Perform a surgical procedure to remove the damaged tissue from the penis.
- Perform a surgical procedure to remove the excess blood from the penis.
- Perform a surgical procedure to reconstruct the blood vessels in the penis.
- Prescribe medications to reduce the inflammation and swelling of the penis.
- Prescribe medications to reduce the risk of infection.
- Prescribe medications to reduce the risk of scarring.
- Prescribe medications to reduce the pain and discomfort associated with the condition.
- Provide lifestyle modifications to reduce the risk of recurrence.
- Provide counseling and support to the patient.
4 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Priapism - Prevention
Priapism is a rare but serious condition that can be prevented by avoiding certain medications, such as certain antipsychotics and recreational drugs, as well as avoiding activities that can cause trauma to the penis or pelvic area. additionally, it is important to seek medical attention if an erection lasts for more than four hours, as this could be a sign of priapism.