MTP #27: Penile Implant Revisions
Dr. Paul Perito is joined by research fellow Dr. Matthew Brennan to discuss the realities of surgical revisions for penile implants.
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Dr. Perito Co-Authors Paper on Penile Implants for Patients with Prior Radical Pelvic Surgery
Dr. Perito co-authored a paper titled “Placement of Inflatable Penile Implants in Patients with Prior Radical Pelvic Surgery: A Literature Review.” The stated aim of the paper was to “[r]eview all the current literature on penile prosthesis implantation in patients with prior pelvic surgery, with an emphasis on tips and tricks for reservoir placement in this unique … Read more
Dr. Perito Moderates Penile Prosthetic and Physician Education Dinner
Dr. Perito Moderated a Physician Education Dinner Discussion on Educational Updates and Physician Feedback regarding Penile Prosthetics and Physician Education and Training – November 8, 2018 Dr. Perito moderated a dinner discussion on Updates and Feedback relating to surgical techniques in penile prosthetics, and practices that can reduce risk of infection and post-operative pain. In … Read more
MTP #25: Do Penile Implants Restore Length and Girth After Prostatectomy
In this episode of Meet the Penis, Dr. Perito answers the question of whether or not a penile implant procedure would restore length and girth following a prostatectomy, and explains what’s needed for penile implant patients to maintain health and stop atrophy of their erectile tissue.
MTP #20: Can I Get a Penile Implant and a Circumcision at the Same Time?
Dr. Paul Perito answers a viewer-submitted question about whether or not it’s possible to get a circumcision at the same time as a penile prosthesis, and discusses some of the ramifications of adult male circumcision.
What Keeps Men From Seeking Medical Treatment for ED?
As a urological surgeon, the main challenge I see for patients probably isn’t what you’d think it would be. It’s not a diagnosis of erectile dysfunction or Peyronie’s disease (they can be treated), it’s not the risk of complications from surgery (less than 1%), and it’s not the recovery process (3-6 weeks). It’s actually coming … Read more
MTP #17: If A Vacuum Device Can Increase Length, Can a Penile Implant Become Too Short?
In this week’s episode, Dr. Paul Perito answers a viewer question about whether or not the length increase caused by a vacuum device can make a penile implant too short. While this is a rarity, it is possible to replace a penile implant if it’s too short, or damaged. Regular cycling of a penile implant … Read more
MTP #16: Can I Ejaculate Normally After a Penile Implant?
Dr. Perito is joined by Dr. Lanna Cheuck to answer and explain about ejaculation following penile implant surgery. The minimally invasive placement of an inflatable penile implant is made specifically to avoid nerves in the groin and penile area, and thus shouldn’t have an impact on ejaculation.
MTP #15: When Can I Resume Sexual Activity After A Penile Implant?
Dr. Paul Perito answers a viewer question about resuming sexual activity after penile implant surgery. Patients need to follow their surgeon’s instructions and diagnoses following an implant.
MTP #13: Do Penile Implants Need to Be Replaced?
In the thirteenth episode of MTP, Dr. Perito answers a viewer question about when inflatable penile implants need to be replaced. While implants tend to have a 1-2% failure rate per year, most will last the duration of the entire life of the penile implant patient.