Understanding Priapism and Urinary Retention: Key Management Insights

This month's featured podcast episode delves into urological emergencies, specifically focusing on priapism and urinary retention. The discussion covers critical questions such as the timeframe for intervention before irreversible tissue damage occurs in priapism, variations in management based on underlying causes, the role of corporal blood gas analysis, indications for using cavernosal phenylephrine injections, common medications that can cause overlooked urinary retention leading to recurrent issues, and the safety advantages of suprapubic catheters over urethral ones. Additionally, the episode explores which patient populations are at heightened risk for complications like post-obstructive diuresis, providing comprehensive insights into effective management strategies.