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Experience with the Hydroflex penile prosthesis.

J N Kabalin1, R Kessler

  • 1Division of Urology, Stanford University Medical Center, California.

The Journal of Urology
|January 1, 1989
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The Hydroflex penile prosthesis shows an 81% patient satisfaction rate for erectile impotence treatment. While most are happy, some desire a firmer erection or have minor pump operation difficulties.

Area of Science:

  • Urology
  • Medical Devices
  • Sexual Health

Background:

  • Erectile impotence affects a significant number of men.
  • Penile prostheses offer a surgical solution for severe erectile dysfunction.
  • The Hydroflex prosthesis is a specific type of inflatable penile implant.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the efficacy and patient satisfaction with the Hydroflex penile prosthesis.
  • To assess the complication and failure rates of the Hydroflex device.
  • To identify factors contributing to patient dissatisfaction.

Main Methods:

  • Implantation of 51 Hydroflex penile prostheses between July 1985 and September 1987.
  • Minimum follow-up of 6 months for all patients; over 1 year for 43 patients.

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  • Patient-reported satisfaction and complication assessment.

    • Main Results:

    • No mechanical failures or major complications were reported.
    • 38 out of 47 (81%) evaluable patients expressed satisfaction with the prosthesis.
    • Dissatisfaction in 9 patients was linked to pump operation difficulty (3) or desire for a firmer erection (6).

    Conclusions:

    • The Hydroflex penile prosthesis demonstrates a high patient satisfaction rate and a favorable safety profile.
    • While generally effective, patient expectations regarding erection firmness and ease of use should be managed.
    • Adequate assessment of corporeal length is crucial prior to Hydroflex implantation.