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The Flexi-Flate and Flexi-Flate II penile prostheses
1University of Arizona Health Sciences Center, Tucson.
The Urologic Clinics of North America
|February 1, 1989
Summary
The Flexi-Flate and Flexi-Flate II penile prostheses are easily implanted and offer high patient and partner satisfaction. While some spontaneous deflation occurs, it minimally impacts sexual function and overall satisfaction.
Area of Science:
- Urology
- Medical Devices
- Sexual Health
Background:
- Penile prostheses are crucial for treating erectile dysfunction.
- Evaluating new inflatable penile prostheses is essential for improving patient outcomes.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess the implantability, mechanical reliability, patient usability, and satisfaction with the Flexi-Flate and Flexi-Flate II penile prostheses.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective review of 45 patients receiving Flexi-Flate or Flexi-Flate II prostheses.
- Analysis of surgical implantation times, intraoperative sizing, mechanical malfunction rates, and patient/partner satisfaction surveys.
Main Results:
- Implantation averaged 1 hour; intraoperative sizing was reliable, but preoperative prediction was not.
- Mechanical reliability showed an 11.6% malfunction rate over 15.1 months.
- Patients mastered device use easily, reporting high satisfaction and return to sexual function, with good concealability.
Conclusions:
- The Flexi-Flate and Flexi-Flate II prostheses are readily implantable with good outcomes.
- High patient and partner satisfaction, along with ease of use, support their clinical utility.
- Despite occasional spontaneous deflation, the devices facilitate a return to satisfactory sexual functioning.