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What is the prognosis for priapism?

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What is the prognosis for priapism?

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If priapism is relieved within the first 12–24 hours, there is usually no residual damage. After that, permanent impotence may result, since the high pressure in the penis compromises blood flow and leads to tissue death (infarction). Source: The Gale Group. Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine, 3rd ed.

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