MRI FINDINGS IN A CASE OF PRIAPISM

Abstract

Painful penile erection for more than four hours is known as priapism. Though high resolution PDUS is the initial investigation of choice, MRI provides excellent information regarding cause and extent of penile infarction.MRI  further helps to decide possible treatment option in a neglected case of prolonged priapism. We did MRI scan with contrast in a case of ischaemic priapism and the degree of cavernosal infarction was beautifully demonstrated. The case is being presented here.