Korean J Androl.  2005 Apr;23(1):47-50.

Foreign Body in the Urethra

• Park HJ
• Nam JK
• Kim JM
• Park NC

Abstract

Most foreign bodies in the lower genitourinary tract are self-inserted through the urethra. A diagnosis is made by clinical history, physical examinations, and imaging studies of the patient. The best method of removing a urethral foreign bodydepends on the size and mobility of the object. When possible, endoscopic and minimallyinvasive techniques of removal should be used. However, surgical retrieval of a foreign body may be required. We report 4 cases of foreign bodies in the urethra with a brief literature review.

Keyword

Foreign bodies; Urethra

MeSH Terms

Diagnosis
Foreign Bodies*
Humans
Physical Examination
Urethra*