Congenital Penile Torsion
Penile torsion causes a baby boy’s penis to appear to be rotated – or twisted – on its axis.
What is a Congenital Penile Torsion?
Pediatric penile torsion is a fairly common congenital (present at birth) condition that can affect any male baby. This condition causes the penis to appear to be rotated – or twisted – on its axis. Almost always, this twist occurs to the left (counter-clockwise). Penile torsion can range from mild to severe and has not been shown to affect sexual function or reproduction.
What are the signs and symptoms of a Congenital Penile Torsion?
A rotated or twisted penis typically causes no other symptoms.
What are the causes of a Congenital Penile Torsion?
Penile torsion occurs when the skin and connective tissue of the penis do not form properly in the womb.
Congenital Penile Torsion Doctors and Providers
Craig Peters, MDPediatric Urologist
David Ewalt, MDPediatric Urologist
Clanton Harrison, MDPediatric Urologist
Micah Jacobs, MDPediatric Urologist
Bruce Schlomer, MDPediatric Urologist
Irina Stanasel, MDPediatric Urologist