Osteitis Pubis After TURP: A Rare Complication Difficult to Recognize

Urology Case Reports
Pieter Jan ElshoutGuy Putzeys

Abstract

TURP is a widespread urologic procedure that is performed by many urologists. This report describes a rare complication that causes serious morbidity because it is not recognized in time. This is also the first report of a prostatosymphyseal fistula treated without major surgery. Eventually diagnosis is made by a MRI 5 months after surgery. Decompressive surgery was necessary to treat pubic osteïtis with invalidating pain. Culture results revealed Escherichia coli but eventually the diagnosis was made by fistulography. Treatment consisted of bladder drainage and long-term antibiotic treatment and these could eventually heal the fistula.

References

Feb 9, 2013·Diseases of the Colon and Rectum·Elizabeth M HechenbleiknerElizabeth C Wick

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Aug 24, 2018·Skeletal Radiology·Christopher SchuppertChristopher L Schlett

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BETA
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