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Vasovagal Syncope in Penoscrotal Inflatable Penile Prosthesis Implantation Following Spinal Anesthesia
1Department of Urology, College of Medicine, Majmaah University, Al-Majmaah 11952, Saudi Arabia.
Journal of Medical Cases
|October 31, 2025
Summary
Spinal anesthesia (SA) is a safe alternative to general anesthesia, but vasovagal syncope (VVS) can occur. Early identification of VVS risk factors is crucial for safe SA during procedures like penile prosthesis implantation.
Area of Science:
- Anesthesiology
- Cardiology
- Urology
Background:
- Spinal anesthesia (SA) is a preferred alternative to general anesthesia (GA) for surgical procedures.
- Vasovagal syncope (VVS), characterized by bradycardia and hypotension, is a potential complication during anesthesia and pain management.
- Penile prosthesis implantation (PPI) is frequently performed under SA.
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