Penile carcinoma: a report of two cases treated by partial penectomy, its effects on quality of life and review of literature

Kekeli Kodjo Adanu, Bernard Toboh, Evans Akpakli, Mary Monney, Isaac Asiedu, Maxwell Nyinah, Bright Wereh, Yaw Amoah, Matthew Kyei, James Edward Mensah

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Abstract

Penile cancer is a rare malignancy worldwide except in parts of Africa, Asia and Latin America where higher incidences have been reported. The disease leads to serious physical disfigurement of the male genitalia which can have debilitating consequences, thus it may alter micturition patterns and impair penetrative sexual intercourse. The lack of cancer registries and epidemiological surveillance programs in Ghana makes estimation of the prevalence in Ghana difficult hence to advance the course of knowledge, awareness and prevention of penile cancers, it is imperative that such cases are brought to the fore and discussed. We report two cases of penile cancer that had partial penectomy and inguinal lymphadenectomy at the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital. Clinical findings and intervention of these reported cases highlight the management process and it further assessed the psychological impact of intervention. The two patients presented to our outpatient department with penile lesions which were confirmed to be penile cancer. The first patient presented with a 30 year history with recurrent ulceration while the other presented with just 1 (one) year history of penile lesion. Both patients required partial penectomy and inguinal lymphadenopathy in the treatment of their condition. The major risk factors as reported in this case study, include uncircumcision, previous treatment for sexually transmitted infections, multiple sexual partners and smoking. Treatment is associated with reduction in sexual function although quality of life may remain satisfactory. Strong family and psychological support are key cornerstones for good treatment outcomes.

Original languageEnglish
Article number33
JournalPan African Medical Journal
Volume41
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 1 Jan 2022
Externally publishedYes

Keywords

  • Case report
  • Ghana
  • Partial penectomy
  • Penile cancer
  • Quality of life

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