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Development of a penile prosthesis. The Hydroflex.

C H Porter1

  • 1American Medical Systems, Minnetonka, Minnesota.

The Urologic Clinics of North America
|February 1, 1989
PubMed
Summary

Developing and commercializing penile prostheses involves many factors, including patient needs and regulatory approval. This article traces the history of the Hydroflex penile implant, introduced in 1985.

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Area of Science:

  • Urology
  • Medical Device Development
  • Biomedical Engineering

Background:

  • Penile prosthesis development is complex, influenced by patient, surgeon, FDA, market, and competitive factors.
  • The American Medical Systems (AMS) Hydroflex self-contained penile prosthesis serves as a case study.
  • Understanding historical development aids future innovation in urological devices.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To illustrate the multifaceted process of penile prosthesis development and commercialization.
  • To historically trace key factors influencing the Hydroflex penile prosthesis.
  • To provide insights into the journey from medical device concept to market.

Main Methods:

  • Historical analysis of the development process for a specific penile prosthesis.
  • Examination of influencing factors such as patient considerations, surgical input, and regulatory pathways.
  • Tracing the timeline from initial concept to commercial release.

Main Results:

  • The development of the AMS Hydroflex involved numerous considerations beyond the device itself.
  • Commercialization was achieved in May 1985, marking a significant milestone.
  • The process highlights the interplay between technological advancement and market realities.

Conclusions:

  • The commercialization of penile prostheses is a lengthy and intricate procedure.
  • Historical case studies like the Hydroflex offer valuable lessons for current and future medical device innovation.
  • Successful market introduction requires navigating patient, surgeon, regulatory, and economic landscapes.

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