MTP #48: Male Urinary Stress Incontinence and the Artificial Sphincter
In the 48th episode of Meet the Penis, Dr. Brennan explains how the artificial urinary sphincter helps patients with stress urinary incontinence.
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MTP #46: Seeking Out Dedicated Centers for Penile Implants
In this episode, Dr. Paul Perito describes a trend of questions coming from many of our viewers. Basic questions are coming in that should have been answered by the urologist that performed the surgery. Seeking out a urologist that performs several implant procedures per year at a “Dedicated Center,” is paramount for optimal patient satisfaction. … Read more
MTP #45: Can You Get a Vasectomy and a Penile Implant At The Same Time?
In this episode of MTP, Dr. Perito answers a viewer question about whether it’s possible to get a vasectomy while undergoing penile implant surgery. Using the minimally invasive approach to surgical procedures, it’s possible to perform both operations at the same time. Dr. Perito also strongly recommends vasectomies as an effective means of birth control … Read more
MTP #44: Penis Size, Penis Size, Penis Size
MTP is back with a new episode where Dr. Perito explains the loss of length and girth that can accompany a loss of sexual function. Lack of function can lead to fibrosis of the corporal body, resulting in a corresponding lack of length, typically between .5 and 5cm over a year and a half. While … Read more
MTP #43: Anti-Coagulants and Penile Implants
In this episode of MTP, Dr. Perito discusses whether or not a patient on anti-coagulants would be a suitable candidate for penile implant surgery.
MTP #41: Can A Ring Be Used With A Penile Implant?
Dr. Perito answers a viewer question about whether or not a ring can be used with a penile implant. Dr. Perito explains that further research is needed, but that a ring would not damage a penile prosthesis; it can actually help with glanular engorgement to create a more satisfactory erection. For more information about floppy glans … Read more
MTP #40: Talking About ED
In the 40th episode of Meet the Penis, Dr. Perito discusses the importance of in-person consultations for erectile dysfunction. There are currently services that allow for phone consultations and prescriptions via the mail where patients never actually get face time with a trained medical professional about their condition. Dr. Perito’s opinion is that there’s no … Read more
MTP #39: The Infrapubic vs. The Penoscrotal Approach
In the latest episode of Meet the Penis, Dr. Perito is joined by two colleagues to discuss the benefits of the minimally invasive infrapubic approach to penile prosthesis. The doctors all agreed that the infrapubic approach is the most patient-friendly method of surgery in that it has a low recovery time and high satisfaction rate.
MTP #38: Difficulty Ejaculating After Penile Prosthetic Surgery
In the 38th episode of Meet the Penis, Paul Perito answers a question from a viewer who has had difficulty ejaculating after having penile implant surgery. Dr. Perito explains the various causes, the most common being a failure of the patient to fully deflate the prosthesis when not in use.
MTP #37: Sizing a Penile Implant
In this episode, Dr. Perito discusses how penile implant surgeons size implants for patients. Although implants are specifically for the restoration of erectile function, the placement of a prosthesis can halt the loss of length and girth that goes with the inability to get an erection.