PROSTATE LITHIASIS
Abstract:
Prostatic lithiasis is commonly found in patients over 50 years of age, is rare under 40 years
of age and very rare in children. Asymptomatic prostatic calculus is frequently highlighted by routine
ultrasound examination or radiological examinations. The association of prostatic lithiasis with chronic
prostatitis and benign prostate hyperplasia is common. The vast majority of prostatic calculi are latent
progressive, being incidentally discovered on prostate ultrasound, basin radiographs or adenomectomy.
There is no pathognomonic symptomatology for prostate disease. Symptoms, when present, may be due
to prostatic hypertrophy, urethral strictures or chronic prostatitis. In this review, we will describe the
prevalence, ethiopathogenesis, symptomatology, diagnosis and treatment options currently available for
prostatic lithiasis.
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