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PATEL COLLEGE OF
NURSING,
GANDHINAGAR
SUBJECT :- MEDICAL – SURGICAL
NURSING - I
TOPIC :- MALE REPRODUCTIVE
DISORDERS
SUBMITTED TO :-
MRS. KRUTI CONTRACTOR
ASSOCIATED PROFESSOR
SUBMITTED BY :-
MITTAL DAMOR
1ST YEAR M.SC NSG
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LESSON PLAN
SUBJECT:- Medical surgical I
TOPIC :- Lesson plan on „male reproductive disorders‟
DATE :-
TIME :-
PLACE :- S. Y. B.Sc nursing
GROUP :- S.Y. B.Sc nursing
TOTAL NO. OF STUDENT:-
PREVIOUS KNOWLEDGE OF STUDENTS:-
Knowledge about the medical surgical nursing I of male reproductive disorders.‟
METHODS OF TEACHING :- Lecture cum discussion
A.V.AIDS USED:- power point, black board
GENERAL OBJECTIVE :-
After completion of the lecture the students will be able
to explain the anatomy and physiology of male reproductive system and
disorders also. Then explain about definition, clinical manifestation, etiology, etc
and management and nursing diagnosis.
SPECIFIC OBJECTIVE :-
To give introduction about male reproductive disorders
Define about the all male reproductive disorders
Explain the sign and symptoms about the male reproductive disorders
Describe the management of the male reproductive disorders
Explain the diagnostic evaluation
Detail about the surgical and nursing management
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MALE REPRODUCTVE DISORDERS
Congenital malformation(chryptorchidism)
Epispadias
Hypospadias
Infertility
ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY OF MALE
REPRODUCTVE SYSTEM :-
“Male reproductive system. The structures of the male reproductive system include the
testes, the epididymides, the penis and the ducts and glands that produce and carry semen.
Sperm exit the scrotum through the ductus deferens, which is spermatic cord.”
Unique for its role in human reproduction, a gamete is a specialized sex cell carrying 23
chromosomes – one half the number in body cells. At fertilization, the chromosomes in one
male gamete, called a sperm or spermatozoon, combine with the chromosomes in one female
gamete, called an ovum or ooycyte. The function of the male reproductive system is to
produce sperm and transfer them to the female reproductive tract. The paired testes are a
crucial component in this process, as they produce both sperm and androgens, the hormones
that support male reproductive physiology. In humans, the most important male androgen is
testosterone. Several accessory organs and ducts aid the process of sperm maturation and
transport the sperm and other seminal components to the penis, which delivers sperm to the
female reproductive tract.
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The best time for the therapy is from 1 to 12 years of age to prevent further
complication.
Administration of hormonal therapy
SURGICAL MANAGEMENT
Orchiopexy :- It is the surgery to reposition the testicle from his abdomen into the
scrotum.
Herniotomy :- It is a simple precise surgery that can be performed under the sedation
and inhalation anesthesia.
In case of absence of testes, silastic prosthesis can be inserted at 8 to 10 years of age to
overcome the emotional problems.
NURSING MANAGEMENT
Nursing assessment
In nursing assessment at the time of birth, the nurses have to evaluate for the presence
of both testes.
She can evaluate by gently compressing both inguinal canal, small nodule which
should be felt on both the sides.
The nurses should assess the caregivers understanding of disease condition and the
importance of timely surgical incision.
NURSING DIAGNOSIS
Deficient knowledge related to cryptorchidism and its treatment
Anxiety related to the possible decreased fertility and increased risk of malignancy.
Disturbed body image related to appearance of genitalia
Low self esteem related to the disease condition
Risk for infection related to surgical incision
COMPLICATION
Testicular cancer :- Men who were born with undescended testicles have a higher risk of
developing testicular cancer, compared to other men.
Fertility problems :-Men who were born with this have a high risk of having low sperm
counts, poor sperm quality and poor fertility.
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EPISPADIAS
It is a rare type of malformation and a congenital abnormality of the location of urethra. It is
the congenital abnormal urethra opening on the dorsal aspect of the penis.
It is a rare type of malformation of penis in which the urethra ends in an opening on the
upper aspect (the dorsum) of the penis.
It is congenital anomaly in males in which the urethra is on the upper surface of the penis.
Classification :-Epispadias in a male child an be classified as :
Anterior epispadias
Glandular
penile
Posterior epispadias
Penopubic
Subsymphyseal
In males, infants with epispadias are having short and broad penis with dorsal curvature.
ETIOLOGY
The causes of epispadias are not known. It may occur because the pubic bone does not
develop properly. It can occur with a birth defect.
RISK FACTORS
Family history
Increased maternal age above 32 years have greater risk in child
Low birth weight baby
Exposure to smoking and drugs
CLINICAL FEATURES
Male usually has a short, wide penis with an abnormal curve
The urethra usually opens on the top or side of the penis instead of the tip
The urethra may be open along the whole length of the penis
Urinary incontinence, involuntary urine loss
Enlarged pubic bone
Urinary tract infection
Bladder exstrophy means an open , inside – out bladder
Reflux nephropathy, in which there is backward flow urine into the kidney
DIAGNOSTIC EVALUATION
History
Physical examination
Blood test
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Intravenous pyelogram
MRI/CT scan
Pelvic X- ray
Ultrasound of urinary system
MANAGEMENT
Main goal of the management is to maximum penile length and function by correcting dorsal
bend and chordee.
Bladder exotrophy
First stage :- operation is done at 1.5 to 2 years age for penile lengthening,
elongation of urethral strip and chordee correction.
Second stage :- operation is done at least 6 months after the first stage for
urethral reconstruction.
Third stage :- operation is done at about 3 to 4 years of age for the bladder neck
reconstruction and the correction of vesicouereteric reflux.
NURSING MANAGEMENT
Preoperative care
Prepare the child‟s parents and the child for surgery
The parents must be assuredthat if surgery is done early in child‟s life, there will be no
influence on his self – image.
They should also be prepared for appearance of surgical area postoperatively.
Explain the procedure to the parents take a written consent from the client and parents
Postoperative care
If the surgery is done, the nurse must also help the child to handle the anxiety.
It is important that the nurse helps both the parents and child to relieve their anxieties
so that they are not transmitted from one family member to the other family members.
Provide play therapy to child to divert the mind.
Other supportive nursing care includes
Provide more emphasis on prevention of infection.
Provide emotional support for long term management schedule.
Provide adequate balanced diet and healthy nutrition to the child
Maintain hygiene.
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HYPOSPADIAS
Hypospadias is the most common congenital anomaly of the penis and also a malformation
of male children.
Undescended and inguinal hernia or upper urinary tract anomalies may be associated with
hypospadias.
It may be found in females as an urethral opening with dribbling of urine.
Hypospadias is a condition in which the opening of the urethra is on the underside of the
penis instead of the tip. Hypospadias is a congenital defect that involves an abnormally
placed urinary hole in both female and male.
CLASSIFICATION
Hypospadias can be classified as follows depending upon the sites of the urethral metus
Anterior hypospadiasis :-it occurs in 60 – 70 %. It may be found as glandular or on
distal penile shaft. In this the opening of urethra is located some where near the head
of the penis.
Middle penile shaft hypospadias :- it occurs in 10 – 15%. In this, the opening of the
urethra is located along the shaft of the penis.
Posterior hypospadias :- it occurs in 20%. It may be found in proximal penile shaft,
or as penoscrotal or perineal type, in which the opening of the urethra is located where
the penis and scrotum meet.
ETIOLOGY
Hypospadias is present at birth but exact causes is unknown. It results when a malfunction
occurs in the action of hormones causing the urethra to develop abnormally.
Family history
Increased maternal age above 32 years have greater risk in the child.
Low birth weight
Androgen deficiency
Environmental factors
Exposure to smoking and drugs
CLINICAL MANIFESTATION
Due to chordee, there is presence of deflected stream of urine and the child wets his
thigh during urination
Inability to void urine while standing
Severe forms interfere with the reproductive abiity
There can be fistula, urethral stricture
Abnormal spraying during urination
Having to sit down to urinate
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DIAGNOSTIC EVALUATION
Collect history
Physical examination
Ultrasound imaging
Intravenous urography
Cystourethrogram
Cystoscopy
MANAGEMENT
Meatotomy :-it is a form of penile modification in which the under side of the glans is
split. The procedures may be performed by a doctor to alleviate meatal stenosis or
urethral stricture.
Urethroplasty:-it is the repair of an injury or defect within the wall of the urethra.
NURSING MANAGEMENT
Preoperative care
Prepare the child‟s parents and the child for the surgery.
They should also be prepared for appearance of surgical area postoperatively.
Explain the procedure to the parents.
Take written consent from client and parents
Postoperative
If the surgery is done, the nurse must also help the child to handle the anxiety.
Keep the operated area clean and dry to prevent from urinary tract infection.
Provide play therapy to the child to divert the mind.
Be with the client
Other supportive nursing care
Provide more emphasis on the prevention of infection.
Provide emotional support for long – term management schedule.
Maintain health of the child by giving more emphasis on child‟s growth and
development.
Provide adequate, balanced diet and healthy nutrition to child.
Maintain hygiene
Provide parental guidance and educate them how to cope with the problem
NURSING MANAGEMENT
Acute pain related to physical factors (damage to the tissue), incision
Impaired skin integrity related to surgical trauma
Altered urinary elimination related to disease condition
Risk of infection related to contamination of catheter
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INFERTILITY
Infertility is a situated in which regular, unprotected sexual intercourse does not result in a
pregnancy over a 12 month( one year) period.
In humans it accounts for 40-50% of infertility.Infertility is the inability of a
sexually active, noncontracepting couple unable to achieve pregnancy in one year.
The male partner can be evaluated for infertility using a variety of clinical intervention and
also from a laboratory evaluation of semen.
ETIOLOGICAL FACTORS
Infertility may be caused by many factors.
In females
Ovulation disorders :-infertility is most commonly caused by problem with
ovulation.
Polycystic ovary syndrome :- a condition that makes it more difficulty for ovaries to
produced an egg.
Thyroid problem
Premature ovarian failure
Womb and fallopian tube
Scarring from
Cervical mucus defect
In males
Due to abnormal semen
Decreased number of sperms
Decreased sperm mobility
Abnormal sperm, abnormal shape
If testicles are damaged, these affect semen
An infection in testicles
Testicular cancer
Testicular surgery
Cryptorchidism
Trauma to testicles
Sterilization like vasectomy
Hypogonadism
Alcohol
Smoking
Stress
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PATHOPHYSIOLOGY
due to etiological factors
Hypoxia of testicles
Affect Spermatogenesis
Infertility
CLINICAL MANIFESTATION
The main symptom of infertility is not getting pregnant.
In females
Change in the menstrual cycle and ovulation may be a symptom of infertility
Abnormal periods, bleeding may be heavy or low
Acne
Change in sex drive and desire
Weight gain
Milky discharge from nipples but unrelated to breastfeeding
Pain during sex
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In males
It includes problem with the sexual functions, i.e. difficulty in ejaculation, reduced
desire, and erectile dysfunction
Pain and swelling in testicles
Having a lower normal sperm count
DIAGNOSTIC EVALUATION
History
Physical examination
semen analysis
Hysteroscopy
Laparoscopy
MANAGEMENT
Artificial insemination
Electroejaculation
Insemination with donor semen
Drug therapy :-drug therapy for male infertility includes medications to improve
sperm production, treat hormonal dysfunction.
Tamoxifen :-an antiestrogen agent may be used to stimulate gonadotropin release
which leads to testosterone production.
NURSING MANAGEMENT
Nursing assessment
Assist the client in reducing stress in the relationship
Encourage cooperation protect privacy, foster understanding and refer the couple to
appropriate resources when necessary
Infertility work – ups are expensive, time – consuming stressful. So couple need
support in working together to deal with these problem
Nursing diagnosis
Anticipatory grieving related to the loss of pregnancy
Anxiety related to the diagnosis of infertility
Disturbed body image related to altered fertility and fears about sexuality and
relationship with partner and family
Deficient knowledge related to the disease process
Community coping impairment related to the diagnosis of infertility.
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PROSTATITIS
Prostatitis is a general term that refers to inflammation (swelling) of the prostate
gland, which is caused by an infection. This inflammation can be acute when it is commonly
due to infection.it is a painful condition that in its chronic from is potentially debilitating.
Prostatitis, the third major disease of the prostate, can occur in adult men of all age.
TYPE OF PROSTATITIS
1. Acute bacterial prostatitis:- acute prostatitis is usually associated with lower urinary
infection speading from the bladder or associated with sexually transmitted diseases
such as gonorrhea or chlamydia. Bacteria such as klebsiella or Escherichia cause the
symptoms. Symptoms of acute bacterial prostatitis :- fever, general pains, pain in
the lower back pain and genital region, pain during urination, painful ejaculation.
2. Chronic bacterial prostatitis:- chronic bacterial prostatitis is an uncommon recurrent
infection with inflammation of the prostate and urinary tract.
3. Nonbacterial prostatitis:- as its name implies, no bacterial infection is present in
inflamed prostate but the symptoms are often the same as with other forms of
prostatitis. The cause is unknown.
4. Chronic prostatitis:- commonly known as chronic pelvic pain syndrome where
symptoms of prostatitis occur but the there is no inflammation or bacterial infection.
The causes is unknown.
CAUSES
Engage in rectal intercourse
Have a abnormal urinary tract
Have had a recent bladder infection
Have an enlarged prostate
Excessive alcohol intake
Emotional factors including stress and depression
SYSMPTOMS
Blood in urine
Blood in semen
Decreased urine steam
Incontinence
Frequency or discomfort on passing urine
Low grade fever
Low back pain, pelvic floor, bowel movement, ejaculation, sexual intercourse
DIAGNOSIS
Rectal examination
Blood tests
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Ultrasound
CT scan
Cytscope
MANAGEMENT
1. Administer antibiotic medicine for infectious prostatitis. Ofloxacin, doxycycline
2. Surgical removal of the infected portions of the prostate gland
3. Other treatment for chronic noninfectious prostatitis includes the use of the alpha
blocker drugs.
4. Comfort is provided with analgesics to relieve pain, anti-spasmodic medications and
bladder sedation ( to relive bladder irritability) sitz bath etc.
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ENLARGED BREASTS IN MEN (GYNECOMASTIA)
Gynecomastia is swelling of the breast tissue in boys or men caused by an imbalance of the
hormones estrogen and testosterone.
Gynecomastia can affect one or both breast, sometimes unevenly.
Generally gynecomastia is not serious problem, but it can tough to cope with the condition.
Men or boys with the gynecomastia sometimes have pain in their breasts and may feel
emberrasssed.
If it persists medication or surgery may help.
CAUSES
Genetic disorders
Malnutrition
Hyperthyroidism
Anti – androgen treatment for prostate gland
Aging
Disorders of testis
Alcohol
Heroin
SYMPTOMS
Swollen breast gland tissue
Breast tenderness
Pain in breast
Tenderness
Medications
Anti – androgens used to treat prostate enlargement, prostate cancer and some other
condition.
Anabolic steroids and androgens
AIDS medication.
Anti – anxiety medication, such as diazepam (Valium)
Tricyclic antidepressant
Antibiotics
Ulcer medications, such as cimetidine (Tagamet HB)
Cancer treatment
Heart medications, such as digoxin (Lanoxin) and calcium channel blockers
Gastric motility medications, such as metoclopramide
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COMPLICATION
It has a few physical complications, but it can cause psychological or emotional problems
caused by appearance.
PREVENTION
Do not use illegal drugs
Avoid alcohol
Hormonal therapy
MANAGEMENT
Testosterone replacement :- this therapy has been effective in older men with low
levels of testosterone but it was not proved to be effective for men who have normal
levels of the male hormone.
SERMs :- Selective Estrogen Receptor Modulators (SERMs) can help reduce the
amount of breast tissue. These medication are most often used for sever or painful
gynecomastia.
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ORCHITIS
Orchitis or orchiditis is a condition of the testes involving inflammation. It can also involve
swelling and frequent infection. Orchitis is inflammation of 1 or both testicles in men,
usually caused by an infection.
Orchitis can result from the spread of bacteria through the blood from other location in body.
It also can be a progression of epididymitis an epididymitis an infection of the tube that
carries semen out of the testicles. This is called epididymo – orchitis.
CAUSES
Bacterial orchitis
Viral orchitis
Other types
Idiopathic orchitis
Autoimmune orchitis
Secondary orchitis
Epididymoorchitis
RISK FACTOR
Not being immunized against mumps
Being older than 45
Having recurring urinary tract infection
Long term use of a foley catheter
Genitourinary surgery
Multiple sexual partners
Sex with a partener who has an STD
A personal history of gonorrhea or other STD
CLINICAL MANIFESTATIONS
Testicular swelling on one or both
Testicle pain ranging from mild to severe
Tenderness in one or both testicles, which may last for week
Nausea
Fever
Discharge from penis
Blood in semen
Hematuria (bloodin the urea)
Severe testes pain and groin pain
Pain with intercourse or ejaculation
Pain with urination (dysuria)
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Swollen testes and often the inguinal lymph nodes on the affected side
Epididymis inflammation
Tender, swollen groin area on affected side
DIAGNOSTIC EVALUATIONS
History collection
Physical examination
Complete blood count (CBC)
Testicular ultrasound
STD screening : Tests to screen for chlamydia and gonorrhea
Urinalysis
Urine culture (clean catch)
Nuclear scan of the testicles
TREATMENT
Treating viral orchitis :-
Nonsteroidalanti inflammatory drugs:- ibuprofen
Analgesic drugs for pain
Treating bacterial orchitis
Antibiotics
Ceftriaxone
Ciprofloxacin
Doxycycline
Azithromycin
Trimethoprim
Sulfamethoxazole combined
COMPLICATIONS
An abscess (a collection of pus due to infection) occasionally develops in the scrotum
Reduced fertility in the affected testis, especially in cases caused by the mumps virus
A chronic inflammation occasionally develops
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TESTICULAR CANCER
Testicular cancer is a disease in which cells become malignant ( cancerous) in one or both
testicles. Testicular cancer is a rare disease in men caused by abnormal growth of cells in the
tissue of testicles.
Testicular cancer usually arises between the age of 15 and 49, more likely between 20 – 35.
Testicular cancer or malignant tumor ( also called germ cell tumor).
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DIAGNOSTIC EVALUATION
History
Physical examination
Blood tests
Ultrasound
Biopsy
Testicular self examination
MANAGEMENT
Orchiectomy
Lymphadenectomy
Radiation therapy
Chemotherapy
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BENIGN PROSTATE HYPERPLASIA (BPH)
BPH also known as benign prostatic hypertrophy is a non cancerous enlargement of
the prostate, a small gland that encircles the urethra in males and produces a fluid that makes
up part of semen. The prostate gland enlarges, extending upward into the bladder and
obstructing the outflow of urine by encroaching on the vesical orifice. This condition is
known as B.P.H, the enlargement or hypertrophy of the prostate gland.
Untreated prostate gland enlargement can block the flow of urine out of the bladder
and cause bladder, urinary tract, or kidney problems.
BPH generally begins in a man‟s 30s, evolves slowly, and most commonly only
causes symptoms after 50.
ETIOLOGY AND RISK FACTORS
Exact cause is unknown
Hormonal alteration
Aging
Family history
Ethnic background
Diet
Effects of chronic inflammation
Heredity
CLINICAL MANIFESTATION
Increased frequency of urination
Renal failure
Fatigue
Azotemia (accumulation of nitrogenous waste products)
Nausea and vomiting
Anorexia
Nocturia
Acute urinary retension
Hematuria
Formation of urinary stream
Formation of stones in the bladder
Impaired kidney function
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PATHOPHYSIOLOGY
Normally thin and fibrous outer capsule prostate become spongy and thick as
enlargement progress
Gradual dilation of ureter and kidneys (hydro ureter and hydro nephrosis
DIAGNOSTIC EVALUATION
o Digital Rectal Exam (DRE)
o Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA) blood test
o Urinary Flow Rate Study
o Cystoscopy
o Intravenous Pyelography
o Prostate Biopsy
o Urine test
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o Trans rectal ultra sound
MEDICAL MANAGEMENT
Watchful waiting
Alpha1 – adrenergic receptor blockers
5 – alpha – Reductase Inhibitors
SURGICAL MANAGEMENT
Transurethral Resection of the Prostate (TURP)
Supra pubic prostectomy:- it is one method of removing the gland through an
abdominal incision.
Retro pubic prostectomy
Perinealprostectomy
Transurethral incision of prostate
NURSING MANAGEMENT
A. Facilitating urinary elimination
i) Provide privacy for the patient and allow enough time for voiding
ii) Encourage to increase oral fluid intake up to 2-4L water as tolerated
iii) Assist with the catheter insertion as indicated
iv) Administer medication as ordered
(1) Alpha-adrenergic blocker
v) Relieving of pain
vi) Encourage to use hot sitz baths
vii) Provide a quiet environment.
HEALTH EDUCATION
Regarding diet
Regarding patterns of life
Regarding physical activity
Maintenance of genital hygiene
BIBLIOGRAPHY
www.malereproductivedisorder.com
www.malereproductivesystem.com
Joyce .M. Black, “ MEDICAL SURGICAL NURSING”; 7th edition,2007; Elsevier
publication, India, Page No :- 1275 – 1290.
Brunner & Suddarth‟s, “TEXTBOOK OF MEDICAL SURGICAL NURSING”; 12th
edition, 2011; Wolters Kluwer publication, India, Page No:- 1290 – 1299.
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