Inflatable penile prosthesis as tissue expander: what is the evidence?

Inflatable penile prosthesis as tissue expander: what is the evidence?

OBJECTIVE Many patients who undergo inflatable penile prosthesis (IPP) replacement are often upsized to larger cylinders, suggesting the IPP may serve as a tissue expander and increase internal penile length. The objective of this study is to evaluate whether cylinder length increases with subsequent IPP insertion. MATERIALS AND METHODS We queried American Medical Systems and Coloplast Patien...

The infrapubic surgical approach for inflatable penile prosthesis placement

In this invited article, we briefly review the history of the penile prosthesis and the various surgical approaches that have been described. With intra-operative photos and illustrations, we discuss Dr. Perito's infrapubic surgical approach. We also highlight the patient selection, post-operative care and complications.

The penoscrotal surgical approach for inflatable penile prosthesis placement

Optimizing outcomes with placement of inflatable penile prostheses (IPPs) can be challenging, especially in inexperienced hands. In this article, we outline Dr. Köhler's penoscrotal penile prosthesis surgical approach. We also highlight patient selection, post-operative care and complications.

Tubing Erosion of an Inflatable Penile Prosthesis Long after Implantation

INTRODUCTION Erosion through skin of connecting tubing of an inflatable penile prosthesis (IPP) has not been previously reported. AIM The aim of this study was to present a case of tubing erosion, review the pertinent literature, and discuss the possible causes and management options, including preservation of the device and its components. METHODS A 42-year-old male failing to respond to m...

Male Sexual Dysfunction Subcutaneous Placement of Inflatable Penile Prosthesis Reservoirs