RESEARCH ARTICLE
Chronic Idiopathic Penile Edema: Three Cases and a Review of the Literature
L. Raty1, V. Failla1, R. Andrianne2, M. Fillet2, D. Waltregny2, A. F. Nikkels*, 1
Article Information
Identifiers and Pagination:
Year: 2011Volume: 5
First Page: 1
Last Page: 5
Publisher ID: TODJ-5-1
DOI: 10.2174/1874372201105010001
Article History:
Received Date: 03/11/2010Revision Received Date: 13/11/2010
Acceptance Date: 16/11/2010
Electronic publication date: 5/1/2011
Collection year: 2011
open-access license: This is an open access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International Public License (CC-BY 4.0), a copy of which is available at: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/legalcode. This license permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original author and source are credited.
Abstract
Chronic idiopathic penile edema (CIPE) is an exceptional entity with disabling persistent lymphedema of the penis, affecting accessorily the scrotum and the pubis. The onset presents with recurrent swelling of the external genitalia, regressing spontaneously. After 2-3 years the swelling becomes progressively persistent. Mictional and erectile dysfunctions are not uncommon. A thorough work-up including RX, ultrasound examination, CT scanning, MRI imaging, serology and extensive blood testing should be performed to exclude underlying causes, including neoplastic, infectious, vascular and inflammatory diseases. CIPE is associated with significant psychological and functional impact. Surgical correction is the sole therapeutic option. Three patients with CIPE and a review of the literature are presented in order to increase awareness of this rare condition.
