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Urethral calculi

Case contributed by Maulik S Patel
Diagnosis almost certain

Presentation

Excessive crying during micturition, poor urinary stream for a few days.

Patient Data

Age: 1 year
Gender: Male
ultrasound

Three calculi (3-5 mm) are noted in left renal upper, middle calyces.

A calculus (6 mm) is noted in penile urethra near external meatus.

A calculus (4-6 mm) is noted in penile urethra near base.

Case Discussion

Findings suggest renal and urethral calculi.

Urethral calculi may be the cause of excessive crying during micturation, poor urinary stream, and urinary retention.

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