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New hinged silicone penile implant

R P Finney

    The Journal of Urology
    |October 1, 1977
    PubMed
    Summary

    A novel hinged silicone penile prosthesis allows natural movement and comfortable coitus. Its adaptable design ensures a personalized fit for improved patient outcomes.

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    Area of Science:

    • Urology
    • Biomedical Engineering
    • Prosthetics

    Background:

    • Penile prostheses are used to treat erectile dysfunction.
    • Existing prostheses may have limitations in terms of natural movement and patient comfort.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To describe a new paired hinged silicone penile prosthesis.
    • To highlight the functional advantages of the new prosthesis design.

    Main Methods:

    • Description of a novel paired hinged silicone penile prosthesis.
    • Discussion of the prosthesis's design features, including a hinge mechanism and a conical tip.
    • Mention of intraoperative adjustability of the proximal end.

    Main Results:

    • The hinge allows the penis to move freely and hang dependently.
    • The prosthesis permits satisfactory coitus without constrictive clothing.
    • The conical tip enhances conformity to the distal corpus.
    • The proximal end can be trimmed for patient-specific fitting.

    Conclusions:

    • The new hinged silicone penile prosthesis offers improved functionality and comfort.
    • The design facilitates natural movement and satisfactory sexual function.
    • The prosthesis allows for customization to individual patient anatomy.

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