Department of General Surgery, B. J. Medical College, Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India.
World Journal of Biology Pharmacy and Health Sciences, 2026, 26(02),023-028
Article DOI: 10.30574/wjbphs.2026.26.2.0231
Received on 19 March 2026; revised on 28 April 2026; accepted on 01 May 2026
Penile strangulation is a rare but serious urological emergency caused by constricting devices placed around the penis, often for sexual enhancement. Delay in management can lead to ischemia, necrosis, and even amputation. We report a case of a 56-year-old male presenting with penile incarceration due to a metallic ball bearing ring. The patient was successfully managed using a power cutting tool with continuous cooling measures. This case highlights the importance of prompt intervention and innovative techniques in managing such emergencies.
Penile Strangulation; Metallic Ring; Urological Emergency; Penile Incarceration; Foreign Body
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Ranjitsinh B Sagar, Dinesh M Kumar, Sanjaykumar J Parmar and Zileshkumar S Asoda. Penile strangulation by metallic ring: A rare urological emergency managed with innovative removal technique. World Journal of Biology Pharmacy and Health Sciences, 2026, 26(02), 023-028. Article DOI: https://doi.org/10.30574/wjbphs.2026.26.2.0231