Median raphe cysts of the penis: a report of five cases

Pediatr Dermatol. 1998 May-Jun;15(3):191-3. doi: 10.1046/j.1525-1470.1998.1998015191.x.

Abstract

Cysts of the median raphe are embryologic developmental anomalies of the male genitalia. Although generally present since birth, these lesions tend to manifest in adult life. Histologically the cysts are characterized by a pseudostratified epithelium in the middle dermis. The early age at consultation is a common characteristic in four of the five patients reported herein and is probably due to the growing concern among the general population about skin problems.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adolescent
  • Biopsy, Needle
  • Child
  • Cysts / congenital*
  • Cysts / pathology
  • Cysts / surgery
  • Diagnosis, Differential
  • Disease-Free Survival
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Penile Diseases / congenital*
  • Penile Diseases / pathology
  • Penile Diseases / surgery
  • Urogenital Surgical Procedures / methods