Although methods such as medications, ESWT, exosome, and stem cell therapy provide success in the treatment of erectile dysfunction, vascular and nerve damage in some patients is so advanced that none of these treatments respond. In this case, the most definitive, reliable, and permanent solution offered by the field of andrology is the penile prosthesis. A Penile Prosthesis refers to mechanical devices surgically placed to replace the spongy tissues inside the penis. These surgeries are successfully performed by specialist physicians in andrology clinics.
Types of Penile Prosthesis
Today, there are two main types of penile prostheses used in medicine:
- Malleable (Semi-Rigid) Prostheses: These consist of two silicone rods that remain constantly rigid inside the penis but can be bent up and down manually. Since there are no mechanical parts, there is no risk of malfunction, and they are extremely simple to use.
- Inflatable Prostheses (Usually 3-Piece): This is the most modern type of prosthesis today. In addition to two inflatable cylinders placed inside the penis, it consists of a small pump placed in the scrotum and a fluid reservoir placed in the abdomen. It is inflated by pumping before intercourse and deflated by pressing a button after intercourse. It offers a completely natural erection and flaccidity experience.
Lifelong Permanent Solution
Once implanted, penile prostheses are permanent for life. The mechanical failure rates of new-generation devices are extremely low.