Genaral Flashcards
What is a priaprism?
Erection that persists for over 6 hours
Blood can not leave the penis
May have to drain blood if not responsive to medical management
What is a penile fracture?
Rupture of the tunica albuginea
Hear a popping or cracking sound
From vigorous sex or masterbation
what is a testicular torsion?
Twisting of the testis around the spermatic cord, reducing blood flow to the testis (90-360 degrees)
Surgical emergency
Presents as acute onset of pain.
what is a ovarian torsion?
Twisting of the ovary around the fallopian tube, mesosalpinx, ovarian cyst, or mass
Presents with the acute onset of abdominal pain.
Is a surgical emergency as the blood flow to the ovary is compromised.
what is a uterine prolapse?
ligaments is no longer holds up the uterus can prolapse the vagina