Peyronie’s disease results from a dense fibrous plaque that forms on the tunica albuginea, causing a curvature of the erect penis. Although the precise etiology of the fibrous plaque is unknown, it is believed that the plaque represents scar tissue resulting from microscopic tears of the tunica albuginea that form during intercourse. Very dense plaques may be appreciated on physical exam. However, in most patients, the flaccid penis is normal on examination and the penile curvature is only noted in the erect penis.
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