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Prostheses for erectile dysfunction: who they are recommended for and the risks that no one talks about
Penile prosthesis has become one of the most consulted alternatives in male sexual health, especially in cases where other treatments have not worked. However, lack of knowledge has generated doubts, fears, and false beliefs about its effects.
TL;DR
- Penile prostheses are surgically implanted devices to restore erectile function in severe erectile dysfunction cases.
- They are recommended only for patients with severe organic erectile dysfunction unresponsive to less invasive treatments.
- Implants do not change penis size (length or girth); their sole purpose is to restore rigidity.
- The prosthesis does not affect sexual sensation, orgasm, or ejaculation.
- Potential risks include infection, though antibiotic-coated implants reduce this likelihood.
- Surgery should be performed by specialized urologists in capable centers.
- Penile prostheses can significantly improve quality of life for those who have exhausted other options.