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Urologist performing penile prosthesis treatment in EM Bypass, Kolkata

Penile prosthesis

Penile Prosthesis | Manipal Hospital EM Bypass

Why is a Penile Prosthesis placed? 

Penile Prosthesis is indicated when:

  • You cannot get a sufficient erection for sexual activity from other treatment methods.

  • To treat Peyronie’s disease (a condition that causes scarring inside the penis).

  • They can also be performed as part of gender-affirming surgery.

How should I prepare for Penile Prosthesis Placement? 

The penile implant procedure in EM Bypass, Kolkata, is performed only after a comprehensive assessment by our urologist.

  • A thorough review of your medical history and the medications you take is performed.

  • A complete urological exam is done to determine your suitability for the procedure.

  • Benefits and risks will be discussed with you beforehand.

  • The surgical site will be washed with alcohol and an antibiotic solution and shaved before the surgery.

What happens during the Penile Implant procedure? 

  • A catheter will be inserted into the bladder through the penis to collect urine during the procedure.

  • An incision is made either below the head of the penis, the base of the penis, or the lower abdomen.

  • The spongy tissue within the penis that fills with blood during erection is stretched during the procedure.

  • The correct size implant is chosen and placed with chambers within the penis.

  • For a two-piece inflatable device, the pump and valve are placed in the scrotum; for a three-piece device, a fluid reservoir is implanted near the abdominal wall.

Penile Prosthesis procedure in EM Bypass, Kolkata, offers a range of penile prosthesis suited to the patient’s anatomy, preferences, and comorbidities.

What happens after the procedure? 

  • After surgery, you will be required to take painkillers to reduce the pain.

  • An antibiotic may also be prescribed.

  • Most individuals can resume their physical or sexual activity 4 to 6 weeks after surgery.

What are the benefits and risks associated with a penile prosthesis?

Benefits

Penile implant procedures are relatively safe and durable. The procedure is often carried out on an outpatient basis. Most men who have undergone this procedure have noticed an increase in their self-esteem.

Risks

Penile Implant procedure in EM Bypass, Kolkata, is carried out with minimal risks. However, surgery increases risks such as infection, scar tissue formation, implant malfunction or damage, and internal erosion or adhesions. In case of severe infection, the implant needs to be removed.

Penile prosthesis treatment in EM Bypass, Kolkata, not only restores your sexual health but also your overall quality of life.

A Penile Prosthesis is a device implanted into the penis in men dealing with erectile dysfunction. It helps achieve and maintain an erection. The implants are available in two types: semirigid and inflatable. The procedure is considered a last resort when other treatment options for erectile dysfunction fail.

Penile Prosthesis treatment in EM Bypass, Kolkata, involves a multidisciplinary team working together to offer comprehensive care. We at Manipal Hospitals, EM Bypass, also integrate psychosexual counselling before and after surgery to address expectations, anxiety, and partner concerns.

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