The prostate fossa (also known as the prostatic pouch) is a small space located between the prostate and the urogenital diaphragm in males. It serves as a storage site for both seminal fluid and urine, serving as a potential location for pathogenic organisms to establish infections within the prostate. The prostate fossa is bound by the inferior vena cava to the front, the ejaculatory ducts to the rear, and the puboprostatic ligament to the sides.
Prostate diseases that occur in the prostate fossa typically originate from the prostate itself or from nearby structures such as the seminal vesicles or the external urethral sphincter.Common prostate diseases in this region include prostatitis, which is inflammation of the prostate, and tuberculosis, which affects the entire genitourinary system including the prostate. Other conditions, such as cysts, tumors, and abscesses, may also affect the prostate fossa. Symptoms of prostate fossa problems can includeDifficulty urinating, urgency, frequency, and nocturia. The treatment for these conditions varies depending on the specific diagnosis. In many cases, prostate fossa problems are managed conservatively through lifestyle modifications, medication, or watchful waiting. However, in some instances, more invasive procedures may be recommended by healthcare providers.
