What Researchers Did
Researchers documented the microscopic replantation of a completely amputated penis and testes in a 26-year-old patient and reviewed relevant literature.
What They Found
The patient, followed for 12 months, recovered normal urination with a maximal urinary flow rate of 20 ml/s, and erectile function gradually returned after androgen replacement therapy. While the testes survived, they showed atrophy, and the serum testosterone level was 120 ng/dL at 2 months post-operation, below the normal range of 175-781 ng/dL.
Canadian Relevance
This study has no direct Canadian connection.
Study Limitations
As a single case report, the findings are not generalizable to a broader patient population.