Objectives

1. Gross Anatomy and Histology

After reviewing this section you will be able to:

• list and identify the various parts of the penis
• describe the gross anatomy and histology of the penis

2. Congenital Anomalies

After completing this section will know:

• the most frequently encountered congenital abnormalities
• the distinguishing features of various abnormalities
• the clinical importance of each abnormality

3. Infectious Diseases

After completing this section you will be able to:

• describe the various types of inflammatory conditions that involve the penis
• indicate etiologic agents
• describe and identify clinical lesions

4. Benign Conditions

After completing this section you will be able to:

• describe the clinical features of Peyronie’s disease and priapism
• state relevant associations and complication

5. Premalignant and Malignant Neoplasms

After completing this section you will know:

• the definition of carcinoma-in-situ
• the various types of carcinoma-in-situ of the penis, their locations and malignant potential
• the most important factors in the development of carcinoma of the penis
• the clinical and histologic features of carcinoma of the penis
• the natural course and prognosis of carcinoma of the penis