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Penile Ring Entrapment

A rare but time-sensitive urologic emergency in which a constricting device causes venous outflow obstruction, progressive edema, ischemia and risk of tissue loss if not promptly relieved.

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Jan 13, 2026

What are the emergency treatments for penile ring entrapment and how common are they?

Penile ring entrapment is a rare but time-sensitive urologic emergency in which a constricting device causes venous outflow obstruction, progressive edema, ischemia and risk of tissue loss if not prom...