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  • Lapeyronie's disease affects 3.4-9% of men, causing acquired penile curvature from fibrous plaque.
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  • Current management focuses on improving curvature and addressing associated sexual dysfunction.

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  • To outline surgical and implant-based strategies for complex or refractory cases.

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  • Lapeyronie's disease involves acquired penile curvature due to a fibrous plaque, impacting a significant portion of the male population.
  • Intralesional Clostridium Histolyticum collagenase represents a novel, non-surgical approach for curvature improvement.
  • Treatment selection, including surgery or penile implants, depends on curvature severity, penile size, and erectile function.

Impact:

  • Provides an overview of Lapeyronie's disease management, emphasizing non-surgical advancements.
  • Informs clinicians about the efficacy of intralesional collagenase for penile curvature.
  • Guides treatment decisions for patients with Lapeyronie's disease, including surgical and implant options for severe cases.