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Abstract:
A retrospective review of all patients undergoing implantation of a penile prosthesis or an artificial urinary sphincter was done. A total of 15 infections occurred in 556 prosthesis recipients, for an infection rate of 2.7 per cent. More than 50 per cent of the infections were caused by staphylococcal organisms. All infections became evident within 1 year after implantation except for 1 that was not apparent until 2 1/2 years later. Infections were not more common in diabetics compared to nondiabetics.
Insights
Penile prosthesis and artificial urinary sphincter implantation had a 2.7% infection rate, primarily caused by staphylococcal organisms within one year. Diabetes did not increase infection risk in this study.
Area of Science:
- Urology
- Infectious Disease
Background:
- Penile prosthesis and artificial urinary sphincter implantation are common procedures.
- Infection is a significant complication following these implantations.
Purpose of the Study:
- To determine the infection rate after penile prosthesis or artificial urinary sphincter implantation.
- To identify common causative organisms and risk factors for infection.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective review of patients who underwent penile prosthesis or artificial urinary sphincter implantation.
- Analysis of infection rates, causative organisms, and patient demographics.
Main Results:
- An overall infection rate of 2.7% (15 out of 556 patients) was observed.
- Staphylococcal organisms were responsible for over 50% of infections.
- Most infections occurred within one year post-implantation, with one case presenting at 2.5 years.
- No significant difference in infection rates was found between diabetic and non-diabetic patients.
Conclusions:
- The infection rate following penile prosthesis and artificial urinary sphincter implantation is low.
- Staphylococcus is the predominant pathogen.
- Early detection and management are crucial, though late infections can occur.
- Diabetes is not a significant risk factor for implant infections.