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urbanoutfitters

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Which is a procedure that can treat male impotence?
 
  a. Penectomy
  b. Dorsal vein ligation
  c. Circumcision
  d. Adrenalectomy

Question 2

When is ureteral stent placement necessary?
 
  a. Long-term drainage
  b. Removal of waste products
  c. Increase blood pressure
  d. Increase production of renin



Rilsmarie951

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
By ligating the dorsal vein and collateral vessels of the penis to delay venous return from the erectile tissue, the penile erection may be sustained. Implantation of a penile prosthesis also helps to maintain an erection.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
An indwelling ureteral stent is inserted when long-term drainage is required from diseases that cause ureteral obstruction. A stent may also be placed before abdominal surgery to mark the ureter. There are many different kinds of ureteral stents.



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