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Erectile Dysfunction is a common problem that affects all ages of Manhood that may require placement of penile implant for correction. The problem can manifest in the young age in the form of psychogenic erectile dysfunction and in the elderly as comorbidities start producing endothelial damage. Initially the erectile dysfunction patients are managed with oral medicine but those who do not respond to medical therapy need to be shifted to intracavernosal injection therapy. The last resort for most patients is a penile implant surgery wherein rods made up of silicon and other biocompatible material are placed within the penis through a small incision of 1 to 1.5 inches.
There are many aspects of this surgery that we will be discussing in this brief article. This includes fitness for undergoing this surgery, minimum criteria to be fulfilled before you undergo an implantation, types of implants available in India, tips on how to choose the best center and surgeon and information regarding the natural course after penile implant surgery.
A penile implant consists of two rods that are made to fit into the two cylinders of the penis through surgery. These rods can be made up of various materials like silicon and are available in various varieties which we shall be discussing subsequently in this article. The penile implant has a good life and lasts for many years and in most cases an entire lifetime. The implant is not a metal rod but is still stiff enough to withstand most pressures and provide adequate rigidity. There are many implants available which also have other connections that fill these rods with water. These connections are placed in the scrotum and in front of the bladder. The penile implants that have these connection make it possible to rest the penis in a flaccid state and achieve the erection at will.
There are two main varieties of penile implants that are globally available:
Non Inflatable penile implant consists of just two rods that are rigid. These implants have an advantage that they are cheap and most people can afford the surgery. However once they are placed in the penis, the penis always remains in an erect state. This means that the penis has to be either bent down forwards or worn over the abdomen to obscure the rigidity.
On the other hand Inflatable penile implants have the advantage that they can be deflated and the penis can return to a relatively flaccid state just like the normal penis. The disadvantage is that the implant itself is expensive and the surgery takes more time as the scrotal button and the reservoir also have to be placed.
To be a candidate for penile implant surgery you should fulfill most of the following prerequisites:
Before your choose your surgeon and centre for penile implant surgery ensure that you have done your homework. A number of surgeons will be available to help you but you need to choose the one with a define protocol of work. Please keep the following points in mind to help you choose the best Penile Implant Surgeon
If you have any queries regarding penile implant surgery, please drop us a mail at urocentreindia@gmail.com. We will be happy to go through your medical records and suggest the best alternatives to cure erectile dysfunction.
| Implant Type: | Hinged Rigid 2 Piece | Inflatable 2 Piece | Inflatable 3 Piece |
| Structure | 2 Silicon Rods | Two Tubes connected with a button | Two Tubes connected with a button and a reservoir |
| Level of rigidity | +++ | ++ | +++ |
| Achievement of Flaccidity | No | Yes | Yes |
| Cost of Implant | 15-20,000 INR1,30,000 INR for those with memory | 5,50,000-6,50,000 INR For AMS | 6,30,000-7,00,000 INR for AMS5,50,000 INR for Coloplast |
| Cost of Surgery | 1,50,000 – 2,50,000 INR | 6,00,000 INR | 8,50,000-9,00,000 INR |
| Duration of Surgery | 30 Minutes | 45-60 Minutes | 60 minutes |
| Hospital Stay | 3 Days | 3 Days | 3 Days |
| Recovery Time | 3-4 Weeks | 4-6 Weeks | 4-6 Weeks |
| Minimum Expected Life | 15-20 Years | 10-15 Years | 10-15 Years |
| Warranty (Against Mechanical Failure) | None | 10 Years | 10 Years |
| Summary | Cost effective device manufactured in India that gives sufficient erection but penis always remains erect. Coloplast can be bent to satisfaction | Middle path with advantage of being able to return penis into flaccid state with minimal compromise in rigidity | Gold standard of penile implant surgery that comes at a cost |
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