Long-Term Effects of Soft Penile Prosthesis in Peyronie's Disease
Author Information
Author(s): Marco Grasso, Caterina Lania, Flavio Fortuna, Salvatore Blanco, Igor Piacentini
Primary Institution: San Gerardo Hospital
Hypothesis
The residual function of cavernous tissue could positively impact penile curvature treatment and patient satisfaction.
Conclusion
The SSDA penile prosthesis is safe and effective for treating Peyronie's disease, with good results in penile curvature correction and high patient satisfaction.
Supporting Evidence
- All patients reported improved sexual satisfaction after the procedure.
- The prosthesis straightened the penile shaft in all cases.
- Only one patient experienced a minor wound infection.
- Dynamic ultrasound showed significant increases in cavernosal tissue thickness and peak systolic velocity.
Takeaway
Doctors put a special device in the penis to help men with a condition that makes it bend, and it worked really well for most of them.
Methodology
This retrospective study involved 12 men with Peyronie's disease who received a soft penile prosthesis and were followed for at least 6 years.
Limitations
The study had a small sample size and did not include a control group.
Participant Demographics
Participants were men aged 36 to 67 years with Peyronie's disease.
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