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1
Q

What is paraphimosis?

A

the inability to pull forward a retracted foreskin over the glans penis

2
Q

What causes paraphimosis?

A

Tight constricting band as part of the foreskin that prevents the retraction

3
Q

What happens the glans when paraphimosis occurs?

A

becomes increasingly oedematous due to reduced venous return, causing vascular engorgement od the distal penis and further oedema

4
Q

What are the complications go paraphimosis?

A

penile ischaemia, worsening infection and Fourniers gangrene

5
Q

What are the risk factors for paraphimosis?

A

Phimosis, indwelling urethral catheter due to non replaced foreskin, poor hygiene and having one before

6
Q

What are the clinical features of paraphimosis?

A

Progressive pain and swelling in the glans or distal prepuce following retraction of their foreskin, being unable to retract it back over their glans

7
Q

What is the management for paraphimosis?

A

Reduced as soon as possible, analgesia- penile block via local anaesthetic

8
Q

What are the methods of reducing paraphimosis?

A

Manual pressure

Dextrose soaked gauze, dundee technique

9
Q

How does manual pressure reduce paraphimosis?

A

reduce oedema, squeeze gently but constantly, before applying force to the glans to reduce it into the prepuce

10
Q

How does dextrose soaked gauze reduce paraphimosis?

A

osmotic effect, draw out the fluid from the glans, reduce oedema and allow reduction

11
Q

What is the dundee technique?

A

needle punctures into the glans penis and squeezing the area to allow drainage of oedematous fluid

12
Q

What happens if manual reduction fails for paraphimosis?

A

dorsal slit or emergency circumcision