Ischaemic priapism as a presentation of chronic myeloid leukaemia

Arch Esp Urol. 2014 Oct;67(8):708-11.
[Article in English, Spanish]

Abstract

Objective: To describe ischemic priapism as an atypical presentation of chronic myeloid leukaemia.

Methods / results: We discuss two patients diagnosed with chronic myeloid leukaemia presenting an episode of priapism, adequately resolved after applying the treatment protocol established in our center.

Conclusion: Priapism is defined as a persistent erection that persists despite not having sexual stimulus, without involvement of the spongy tissue of the penis. Its debut appearance as a hematologic dyscrasia is a rare event. It is a urological emergency, requiring early multidisciplinary (Urology and Hematology) management, since the speed in treatment will result in good functional results and the preservation of a good quality of life.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Humans
  • Leukemia, Myelogenous, Chronic, BCR-ABL Positive* / complications
  • Leukemia, Myelogenous, Chronic, BCR-ABL Positive* / diagnosis
  • Male
  • Penis / pathology
  • Priapism* / etiology
  • Quality of Life