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Immediate salvage procedure for infected penile prosthesis
The Journal of Urology
|February 25, 1998
Summary
A salvage procedure for infected inflatable penile prostheses involves device removal, irrigation, and immediate reimplantation. This approach offers an effective treatment for penile prosthesis infections, preserving function and length.
Area of Science:
- Urology
- Infectious Disease Management
Background:
- Penile prosthesis infection is a severe complication.
- Standard treatment involves device removal, antibiotics, and delayed reinsertion, often with poor outcomes.
Observation:
- A salvage protocol was used for 7 patients with infected inflatable penile prostheses.
- The procedure included device removal, extensive intraoperative irrigation with antibiotics, and immediate reimplantation.
Findings:
- Six out of seven patients experienced excellent results, with no recurrence of infection.
- Minimal morbidity and preservation of penile length were observed in successful cases.
Implications:
- Immediate salvage surgery is an effective treatment for infected penile prostheses.
- This approach can lead to successful outcomes, avoiding suboptimal results from delayed reinsertion.