What is Penile Prosthesis?
Penile prosthesis (happiness stick) is the process of placing silicone-type materials in the penis of patients when penile rigidity cannot be achieved and other treatment methods cannot be beneficial. Thus, a natural appearance and hardness are achieved.
What are the Penile Prosthesis Types?
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One-piece semi-rigid bendable or permanently rigid models
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There are inflatable models filled with liquid (two-piece or three-piece)
Three-piece inflatable models are a functional device that can be easily activated during use and then deflated.
These models are the most advantageous prosthesis because they provide the closest result to natural erection due to their extensible and expandable feature and are comfortable to use, and they are preferred quite often. Partner satisfaction is quite high.
These inflatable models work with the help of a reservoir surgically placed just below the abdomen, a pump, a relief valve placed in the testis, and two cylinders placed in the penis.
Semi-rigid prostheses have fewer parts and are much easier to place on the body. But it is more obvious than other models.
The devices are guaranteed for life and can be removed when they fail or when necessary according to patient expectations.
Who is Suitable for Penile Prosthesis?
Who is suitable for penile prosthesis? This procedure is mostly applied to the following people:
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People who have experienced prostate cancer
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People whose prostate was removed
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Advanced diabetes patients
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People with serious heart and vascular disease
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People who have undergone radical abdominal surgery
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Persons injured in the pelvic region as a result of an accident
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People who have erection problems due to spinal cord injury
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People who have serious penile curvature problems
Points to consider After Penile Prosthesis Surgery?
Penile prosthesis surgery takes around 1 or 2 hours. If a one-piece prosthesis is to be fitted, the procedure may take 45 minutes. The duration of the operation varies according to the type of prosthesis and the condition of the patient.
After the operation, there is no visible part from the outside. It gives a very natural look and is easy to use. It can be easily stored under trousers. Patient satisfaction is 90-100%.
The patients are discharged the next day and can return to their daily life in a very short time. Pain control is provided with appropriate painkillers. Regular use of antibiotics recommended by the doctor is important for infection control.
There is a minimal risk of complications such as opening the sutures and bleeding. If the doctor's recommendations are taken into account and the controls are made, there is no problem.
Cost of Penile Prosthesis
Prices vary according to the type of penile prosthesis surgery and the cost of the device.
