Penile calciphylaxis: surgical management in the setting of Fournier's gangrene-a case report and literature review.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Penile calciphylaxis is a rare and severe manifestation of calciphylaxis. It refers to calcification of the small subcutaneous vessel network in the otherwise highly vascularized penis. Given how rare the condition is, there are no clear guidelines for treatment yet. The role of biopsy or surgery remains controversial due to concerns about exacerbating the condition in the context of poor wound healing. We had a rare case of penile calciphylaxis with superimposed infection. Through our case as well as through review of additional reports, we aim to further the discussion of treatment for penile calciphylaxis and provide an example of successful surgical resection.

Case description

We report a case of penile calciphylaxis complicated by Fournier's gangrene followin

SUBMITTER: Nguyen A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12271927 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature