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Male genital corrective surgery is increasingly requested, highlighting the need for consensus on techniques and patient selection. Thorough psychological assessment is crucial for men seeking penile enhancement surgery.

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Area of Science:

Urology
Andrology
Aesthetic Surgery

Background:

Male genital corrective surgery, including penile enhancement, is gaining patient interest.
A growing aesthetic component necessitates a review of current practices.

Purpose of the Study:

To review patient selection, surgical techniques, benefits, risks, and outcomes of male genital corrective surgery.
To address ethical considerations arising from the aesthetic demand for these procedures.

Main Methods:

Systematic review of published data on male genital corrective surgery.
Analysis of innovative techniques, reconstructive phalloplasty, and penile implant surgery.

Main Results:

Objective surgical outcomes show potential for improvement, but long-term data and patient satisfaction are often lacking.
Multidisciplinary team involvement is critical for optimal patient selection.
Innovative techniques for penile lengthening and girth enhancement are emerging.

Conclusions:

Further long-term data is needed to establish a consensus on male genital corrective surgery.
Preoperative psychological assessment is essential for evaluating eligibility and managing expectations.
Collaboration between urologists and mental health professionals is vital throughout the surgical process.