male reproduction imaging

Question 1

3 main areas of the male reproductive system that are imaged

Answer 1

• the penis
• the scrotum and testes
• the prostate gland

Question 2

imaging modalities for penis

Answer 2

• plain film, MRI,US,CT

Question 3

imaging modalities for scrotum

Answer 3

US - torsion, trauma, infection and tumours

Question 4

imaging modalities for prostate gland

Answer 4

transrectal ultrasound and MRI- ca prostate and benign hyperplasia

Question 5

penis imaging indications

Answer 5

• trauma

- FB insertion or obstruction

Question 6

penis imaging patient care

Answer 6

• patient is changed into gown (underwear removed too)
• chaperone may be needed
• consent
• communicate with patient
• remain nonjudgmental