genitourinary disorders
Peyronie Disease
Introduction
Peyronie disease is fibrosis of the cavernous sheaths leading to contracture of the investing fascia of the corpora, resulting in a deviated and sometimes painful erection. Peyronie disease occurs in adults. The cause is unknown but appears to be similar to that of Dupuytren Contracture and may be related to past trauma, possibly during intercourse ( Diagnosis is made clinically. Ultrasound or other examination of the erect penis may be used to document the fibrosis. Resolution may occur spontaneously over many months. Mild Peyronie disease that does not cause sexual dysfunction does not need treatment. 