Penoscrotal reconstruction using groin and bilateral superomedial thigh flaps: a case of penile vaselinoma causing Fournier's gangrene

Yonsei Med J. 2007 Aug 31;48(4):723-6. doi: 10.3349/ymj.2007.48.4.723.

Abstract

Penile augmentation by the injection of mineral oil provokes many serious, undesirable effects. Although there are reports of complications such as deformity, ulceration, necrosis, and erectile dysfunction, Fournier's gangrene resulting from the injection of petroleum jelly into the penis has not been reported. Here, we present a 42-year-old man with penile vaselinoma causing Fournier's gangrene which was treated successfully with aggressive surgical debridement, followed by penoscrotal reconstruction using groin and bilateral superomedial thigh flaps.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Fournier Gangrene / chemically induced
  • Fournier Gangrene / pathology
  • Fournier Gangrene / surgery*
  • Humans
  • Injections, Subcutaneous
  • Male
  • Penile Diseases / pathology
  • Penile Diseases / surgery*
  • Petrolatum / administration & dosage
  • Petrolatum / adverse effects*
  • Plastic Surgery Procedures
  • Surgical Flaps*
  • Thigh / surgery

Substances

  • Petrolatum