Presentation
Decreased urine output
Patient Data
Age: 70 years
Gender: Male
From the case:
Urethral stone
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An impacted stone is noted in the prostatic urethra, displaying posterior acoustic shadowing and twinkling artifact.
From the case:
Urethral stone
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There is a radiopaque structure noted at the midline just superior to the symphysis pubis.
Case Discussion
Resistance was noted during the insertion of a Foley catheter, prompting the patient to undergo a cystoscopy, which confirmed the diagnosis.