Priapism as Presenting Manifestation of Germ Cell Tumor in a Child
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Date
2011
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AKAD DOKTORLAR YAYINEVI
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Abstract
Priapism, defined as prolonged and persistent erection of the penis without sexual stimulation, is rarely seen in children. We report a 2-year-old boy who was admitted with priapism with a history of the perineal trauma. Doppler ultrasonography revealed signs of high-flow priapism. Magnetic resonance imaging revealed an intrapelvic mass beside the root of the penis. The serum alpha-fetoProtein level was 54.600 ng/ml (Normal range: 0-9 ng/ml). Tru-cut biopsy was performed and endo-dermal sinus tumor was diagnosed. At the fourth day of chemotherapy, the penis became progressively less turgid and soft. After the first cycle chemotherapy, priapism had completely resolved.
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Children, Endodermal sinus tumor, Priapism
Journal or Series
UHOD-ULUSLARARASI HEMATOLOJI-ONKOLOJI DERGISI
WoS Q Value
Q4
Scopus Q Value
Q4
Volume
21
Issue
1
