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Remodeling for Peyronie's disease with implants.

R E Berger1

  • 1Department of Urology, University of Washington, Seattle, USA.

Contemporary Urology
|July 7, 1995
PubMed
Summary

Surgical correction for penile deformities using implants offers benefits but carries potential risks. Patients and urologists should understand these drawbacks for informed decision-making regarding penile implant surgery.

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Area of Science:

  • Urology
  • Surgical Innovation

Background:

  • Penile deformities can significantly impact quality of life.
  • Surgical intervention, including penile implants, is a treatment option.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the effectiveness and potential complications of surgical correction for penile deformity using implants.

Main Methods:

  • Review of surgical techniques for penile deformity correction.
  • Analysis of outcomes and complication rates associated with penile implants.

Main Results:

  • Surgical correction with penile implants can achieve positive functional outcomes.
  • Potential drawbacks include infection, mechanical failure, and patient dissatisfaction.

Conclusions:

  • Penile implant surgery is a viable option for penile deformity but requires careful patient selection and counseling.
  • Awareness of potential complications is crucial for both patients and urologists to manage expectations and outcomes.

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