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Prostatic abscess

Case contributed by Maulik S Patel
Diagnosis almost certain

Presentation

Dysuria. Referred for TRUS to rule out prostate abscess.

Patient Data

Age: 65 years
Gender: Male

Transrectal

ultrasound

Transrectal ultrasound shows an enlarged prostate with a volume of approximately 34 cc. It shows irregular cavities / cystic spaces of turbid fluid, suggestive of an intraprostatic abscess. Extra-prostatic spread is noted on the right side.

Case Discussion

Diagnosis of prostatic abscess with extra-prostatic spread was confirmed by surgery.

Biopsy - No malignancy noted.

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