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Cylinder problems with AMS 700 inflatable penile prosthesis.

R L Fein1

  • 1Division of Urology, North Miami Medical Center, Florida.

Urology
|April 1, 1988
PubMed
Summary

Problems with AMS 700 Silastic inflatable penile prosthesis (IPP) cylinders in 1986 included bending, tearing, and aneurysms. This study explores causes and prevention strategies for these serious IPP cylinder complications.

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Area of Science:

  • Urology
  • Biomedical Engineering
  • Medical Device Analysis

Background:

  • The AMS 700 Silastic inflatable penile prosthesis (IPP) is a medical device used for treating erectile dysfunction.
  • Device-related complications can significantly impact patient outcomes and device longevity.
  • Understanding historical issues is crucial for improving current and future implantable devices.