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Penile Replantation in an Acutely Psychotic Patient

May J, Sadigh P and Sadri A

Penile amputation is a rare injury, but one which all Plastic Surgeons with a microsurgical interest should be aware of. The majority of cases are seen in acutely psychotic patients who amputate their own penis, and this provides a unique challenge for the treating surgeon. Not only does it present issues with compliance, but also raises the difficult question of whether replantation is in the best interest of the patient.