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The so-called Hoffman's lymphangitis of the penis: Is it a lymphangitis or a phlebitis?

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Hoffman's plastic lymphangitis of the penis is a benign, uncommon entity whose aetiology is still unknown. Microscopically there is a fibrous thickening of the involved lymph vessels but the primary localization of the lesion—lymphatic or venous—is still debated.

Anatomo-clinical and histological findings suggest a primary involvement of the lymphatic system of the penis, probably related to a prolonged period of sexual excitement.

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  1. Institute of Urology, University of Padua, Italia

    P. Aragona, R. Piazza & W. Artibani

  2. Department of Pathology, University of Padua, Italia

    S. Dante

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Aragona, P., Piazza, R., Artibani, W. et al. The so-called Hoffman's lymphangitis of the penis: Is it a lymphangitis or a phlebitis?. International Urology and Nephrology 20, 139–145 (1988). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02550663

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