Simultaneous prostatic and right seminal vesicle abscesses: a case report
We conclude that prostatic abscesses can lead to synchronous seminal vesicle abscesses due to ejaculatory duct compression. Percutaneous drainage of the prostatic abscess by transrectal ultrasound-guided drainage, combined with prolonged antibiotic therapy, can effectively treat both abscesses.
Authors
- Mokhtar Bibi (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7023-0731)
- Kays Chaker (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-0193-3972)
- Nader Gharbia
- Moez Rahoui (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-7416-8039)
- Yassine Ouanes (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1241-8482)
- Yassine Nouira (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-8684-7266)
- J. Karmous
Institutions
- Hôpital La Rabta (TN)
- Tunis El Manar University (TN)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Journal of Medical Case Reports
- Published
- 2024-11-08
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1186/s13256-024-04896-3
- Citations
- 1
- Primary Topic
- Urologic and reproductive health conditions
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.47