Penile Prosthesis / Implant Surgery

What is Penile Prosthesis / Implant Surgery?

Penile prosthesis surgery involves the placement of a device inside the penis to restore erectile function in men who do not respond to medications or other therapies for erectile dysfunction.

Who is a Suitable Candidate?

• Men with severe erectile dysfunction unresponsive to oral medications or injections
• Patients with Peyronie’s disease causing significant curvature and ED
• Post-prostatectomy or post-radical pelvic surgery patients
• Patients seeking a permanent solution for erectile dysfunction

Types of Penile Implants

• Inflatable implants – provide a natural erection on demand
• Semirigid (malleable) implants – always firm, manually positioned as needed

How the Procedure is Performed

• Performed under general or spinal anesthesia
• Small incision made in the penis or lower abdomen
• Implant placed inside the penile shaft
• Inflatable devices include a pump placed in the scrotum
• Procedure duration: approximately 1–2 hours

Expected Benefits

• Reliable, predictable erections
• Restoration of sexual activity
• High patient and partner satisfaction
• Durable long-term solution

Recovery

• Hospital stay usually 1 day
• Avoid sexual activity for 4–6 weeks
• Mild swelling and discomfort for a few weeks
• Follow-up for device training and function