Treatment of giant prostatic urethral stone with prostatolithotomy case report

Abstract

Introduction

The patient with prostatic urethral stones of the size mentioned in the case report is very rare, and there is no standard surgical procedure for patients with giant stones in the prostatic urethra.

Presentation of case

A 62-year-old male patient presented to the emergency department with complaints of dysuria and hematuria. Computed tomography showed a prostatic urethral stone measuring 78x48x56 mm. Open prostatolithotomy was performed by extending the bladder incision towards the prostate capsule and the stone was removed.

Discussion

Prostate stones can be classified into two types: true prostate stones, which form within the prostate's tissues, and urethral stones, which develop in the prostatic urethra. Urethral stones can be primary (forming in the urethra) or secondary (migrating from the upper urinary tract).

Conclusion

Treatment options vary based on stone size and patient history, with endoscopy recommended as the primary approach. However, in cases with large stone burdens, open surgical methods may be preferred.

Highlights

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  Giant calculi in the prostatic cavity, though uncommon, pose unique diagnostic and management challenges.

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  This case report presents a rare 78x48x56 mm prostatic urethral stone.

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  Open prostatolithotomy was successfully performed, offering an alternative to endoscopic methods for large stones.

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  This report provides valuable insights for urologists faced with similar rare and complex cases.