Cowper's gland calcification: A new radiographic finding

J. M. White, Edward S. Amis, John J. Cronan

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Abstract

Cowper's gland calcification is reported in 3 elderly patients. The anatomy, pathology, and radiology of Cowper's glands are reviewed. Postulated etiologies of Cowper's gland calcification include ductal obstruction with stasis of secretions, infection with urea-splitting organisms, and sequelae of diabetes mellitus.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)107-111
Number of pages5
JournalUrologic radiology
Volume5
Issue number1
DOIs
StatePublished - Dec 1983
Externally publishedYes

Keywords

  • Calcification
  • Cowper's gland

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Radiology Nuclear Medicine and imaging
  • Urology

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