[Three cases of penile self-mutilation]

Hinyokika Kiyo. 2012 Nov;58(11):621-3.
[Article in Japanese]

Abstract

Penile self-mutilation is rare. We report our experience with 3 cases of penile self-amputation. One case was in a 48-year-old man who had no background history of mental disorders. He amputated his penis using a utility knife. He was referred to our hospital and underwent suture of the wound, but he took his own life one week after the surgery. Another case was in a 42-year-old man who had intelligence impairment. He amputated his penis using a kitchen knife. The other case was in a 41-year-old man who had schizophrenia. He amputated his penis using a piece of broken glass.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • English Abstract

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Amputation, Surgical
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Penis / injuries*
  • Penis / surgery
  • Schizophrenia / complications
  • Self Mutilation*
  • Suicide