Schwannoma of the Penis: Report of a case and review of the literature

Abstract

A case of schwannoma located in the penile shaft in a 65-year-old male is described. Special stain using S-100 immunoperoxidase was useful in establishing the diagnosis in this case. We reviewed the literature on penile schwannoma and focussed on the diagnosis of this rare ailment.

Penile Schwannoma

“…[1][2][3][4][5][6][7][8] It is an encapsulated tumor that arises from the sheaths of peripheral nerves. …”

Schwannoma of the Penis: A Report of 2 Cases

“…Schwannomas may be benign or malignant tumors; malignancy is associated with von Recklinghausen disease. In spite of the abundant sensitive innervation of the penis and perineal skin, schwannomas of the penis are very rarely reported (Marsidi and Winter, 1980; Chan et al, 1990; Mayersak et al, 1995; Suzuki et al, 1998; Sato et al, 2001).…”