Dynamic inflatable penile prosthesis (DIPP) with the enhanced Rigicon Infla10^® penile implant: a narrative review

Area of Science:

• Urology
• Biomedical Engineering

Background:

• Three-piece inflatable penile prostheses (IPP) have been a long-standing solution for erectile dysfunction for over five decades.
• Rigicon introduced the Infla10^® IPP in 2019, a device now enhanced based on user feedback.

Purpose of the Study:

• To describe the technological advancements and evolution of the Rigicon Infla10^® IPP.
• To introduce the new designation 'Dynamic Inflatable Penile Prosthesis' (DIPP) for the enhanced device.

Main Methods:

• Incorporation of physician and patient feedback into device redesign.
• Technological enhancements including an improved pump with strain relief, wider and lengthening cylinders, and an Adaptive^® silicone reservoir.

Main Results:

• The enhanced device, now termed DIPP, features a patient-friendly pump designed to prevent tubing breakage.
• Cylinders offer increased girth and length without compromising rigidity.
• The Adaptive^® reservoir allows for underfilling, facilitating easier placement.

Conclusions:

• The redesigned Rigicon DIPP provides a significantly improved patient experience.
• The device offers a natural feel, powerful rigidity, and invisibility when not in use.
• This next-generation DIPP represents an evolution in penile prosthesis technology.