What is Penile Implant Surgery?

Penile implant surgery is the implanting an implanted prosthetic within the penis in order to facilitate an erection. This procedure is generally recommended for those with an erectile dysfunction that is severe and has been unsuccessful in finding relief with injections, medication or other non-surgical methods. Implants are available in many kinds, such as semi-rigid and inflatable devices which allow different degrees of flexibility and control. The purpose of the procedure is to restore the capacity to maintain and achieve an erection that is suitable for sexual activities.

Who Performs Your Surgery?

The procedure of implantation of the penile is performed by expert urologists that specialize in reproductive health and sexual medicine. Our surgeons have been trained in the most advanced methods of implantation of the penile which ensures accuracy and reliable outcomes. They collaborate with a group of medical professionals, which includes nurses, anesthesiologists, and rehabilitation specialists, in order to offer comprehensive support and care during the entire procedure and after recuperation.

Types of Penile Implants

• Inflatable Penile Implants :- These implants comprise pumps, cylinders, and an apex reservoir. The cylinders are placed into the penis. The pump is placed inside the scrotum, and then the reservoir is placed in the abdomen. The pump permits the patient to deflate and inflate the cylinders to achieve an erection if desired.
• Semi-Rigid Penile Implants :- The implants are made of rods with elasticity that are put within the penis. They ensure a constant level of firmness that can be manually adjusted to attain the level of rigidity desired for sexual activities.
• Expandable Penile Implants :- A kind of inflatable implant that has other features that permit an growth of cylinders offering a more natural-feel and more flexibility.

Indications for Penile Implant Surgery

• Severe Erectile Dysfunction :- When other treatments have failed to provide satisfactory results.
• Peyronie’s Disease :- A condition causing abnormal curvature of the penis, leading to painful erections.
• Post-Surgical Erectile Dysfunction :- After prostatectomy or other surgeries affecting erectile function.
• Psychogenic Erectile Dysfunction :- When psychological factors severely impact erectile function, and other treatments have been ineffective.

Diagnosis Leading to Penile Implant Surgery

The diagnosis typically entails an extensive examination on the history of the individual’s health, physical exam as well as tests for diagnosis, such as imaging tests and blood tests. This thorough examination can help determine the reason for erectile dysfunction, and the possibility of using surgery to repair the penile implant as an option to treat.

Treatment Process

Penile implant surgery is done in general anesthesia. The procedure usually takes between one and two hours, based on kind of implant used and the individual variables. After surgery, patients are screened for healing, while pain relief is also provided. The hospital stay is usually short the majority of patients are back home within a few days or a couple of days.

Care and Recovery After Surgery

The recovery process following surgery to repair the penile includes managing post-operative pain adhering to the care guidelines and attending appointment for follow-up care. Patients are advised not to engage in physical exertion and sexual interactions for a certain time frame in order to allow adequate healing. Complete recovery and the capability to use the implant successfully usually occur within a couple of weeks to months.