Gangrene of the penis.
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چکیده
A case of gangrene of the penis, rarely seen at our University Hospital is reported. Urolithiasis, urinary tract infection, infected piles and anaemia were found to be associated with the condition. Because of rapid spread of the gangrene, partial amputation was required in this reported case.
منابع مشابه
Fournier's gangrene of the penis.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- The Medical journal of Malaysia
دوره 50 1 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 1995