Migrating Foreign Bodies of Penis: A Case Report

Abstract

Background Only a few cases have been reported about active foreign body implantation in the cavernous body of the penis, in addition to therapeutic penile prosthesis.Case Presentation: A 47-year-old man inserted two needles from the glans into the bilateral penile sponge body. Subsequently, two needles moved along the penile cavernous body into the pelvic cavity. Attempts to remove the needles through the penis were unsuccessful. Finally, after more than a month, the displaced needles were removed in stages from the buttocks.Conclusion To our knowledge, this is the first case of walking foreign bodies of penis in China. In this condition, it is imperative to engage the expertise of experienced andrologists to minimize the risk of excessive manipulation, thereby ensuring that the needle does not inadvertently penetrate deep into the penile tissue. Clinicians should be aware of the possible psychological issues in patients and prioritize protecting their mental well-being along with the safety of medical workers.