Inflatable Penile Prosthesis – Everything You Need to Know About It
Inflatable Penile Prosthesis
Inflatable Penile Prosthesis: Modern Technology to Restore Natural Performance with Confidence
Penile prosthesis is considered one of the best modern solutions for erectile dysfunction. It restores the patient’s full sexual ability and helps maintain his marital relationship, saving him from many problems.
Penile implants have been continuously developed over time. There are now flexible implants and inflatable implants, each with its own mechanism of action.
Here we learn what the inflatable prosthesis is, its advantages and disadvantages, and how penile implant surgery is performed by the best urologist in Jordan, Dr. Yaman Al-Tal.
Dr. Yaman Altal
Consultant urology and kidney surgeon in Jordan. Consultant in endoscopic and robotic surgery for kidney, prostate, and bladder tumors.
14 years of experience in the United Kingdom.
Subspecialty training at Imperial College London University Hospital in prostate surgery, robotics, and endoscopy.
What Is an Inflatable Penile Prosthesis?
It consists of three parts: the balloon (cylinders), the pump, and the reservoir. This implant is characterized by its very advanced manufacturing, making the chance of malfunction rare, and the manufacturing company guarantees the prosthesis for life.
The inflatable erectile prosthesis differs from the flexible prosthesis in that it provides a stronger erection, greater penile thickness, and allows the penis to return to its natural state after intercourse.
The inflatable prosthesis is the best and most widely used worldwide for treating erectile dysfunction.
The Difference Between the Two-Piece and the Three-Piece Inflatable Prosthesis
The three-piece inflatable prosthesis consists of three essential components connected by thin tubes, and the reservoir contains saline solution.
The two-piece inflatable prosthesis works in the same way as the three-piece, except that it does not contain a separate saline reservoir; instead, the fluid is stored inside the pump unit itself.
How Does the Inflatable Penile Prosthesis Work?
When the man wishes to have sexual intercourse, he presses the pump located between the testicles inside the scrotum. The fluid then moves from the reservoir into the prosthesis, filling the penis and causing erection.
Which Patients Benefit from an Inflatable Penile Prosthesis?
The use of the inflatable prosthesis has become widespread among patients with erectile dysfunction. The target group that benefits from this prosthesis includes:
Patients with chronic erectile dysfunction
Patients who experience side effects from medications
Patients with venous leakage
Patients with Peyronie’s disease and penile curvature
Patients with penile length exceeding 18 cm
What Are the Advantages of the Inflatable Penile Prosthesis?
The inflatable prosthesis has several features that make it important:
Firm erection; the degree of rigidity can be controlled according to the patient’s preference.
The inflatable prosthesis increases penile thickness by up to 20% during full erection.
Easy return of the penis to a flaccid state after intercourse, providing greater comfort, easy concealment, and ease in wearing clothes.
It cannot be detected at airports or by metal detectors.
An erection very similar to the natural one, making it superior to other types of implants.
No need to plan intercourse in advance like with medications.
Performance is always guaranteed, unlike medications.
A safe procedure suitable for heart and diabetic patients.
Suitable for all ages.
Increases the chance of pregnancy due to regular marital relations.
Before Inflatable Penile Prosthesis Surgery
Before coming to Jordan, the patient is required to stop all blood thinners and ensure that HbA1c (cumulative blood sugar) is within acceptable limits.
Before the procedure, the patient meets Dr. Yaman Al-Tal, consultant urologic surgeon, in the clinic for a long session that includes:
Taking a detailed medical history
Examining the patient and examining the penis
Performing essential laboratory tests
Explaining how the penile prosthesis works
Inflatable Prosthesis Surgery and Its Details
The pubic area is shaved before entering the operating room.
The patient meets the anesthesiology consultant.
The procedure is usually performed under light local anesthesia.
Intravenous antibiotics are administered.
The skin is prepared with special disinfectants three times.
The skin is completely isolated from the surgical field following a “no-touch technique” to prevent infection.
Dr. Yaman Al-Tal implants the inflatable prosthesis through a small cosmetic incision below the penis that leaves no noticeable scar.
The operation lasts no more than one hour. The patient needs to stay one night in the hospital and rest for three to five days after surgery. The inflatable penile prosthesis provides a sensation closer to natural during intercourse.
After Inflatable Penile Prosthesis Surgery
Dr. Yaman Al-Tal follows his own protocol to accelerate patient recovery after surgery, which includes:
Staying in bed for the first two days after surgery.
Placing an ice pack on the scrotum for 10 minutes, three times daily.
Taking prescribed pain medications regularly.
After 5 days, warm water baths are recommended daily and gently pulling the pump downward.
After one week, gradual inflation of the prosthesis begins, and between 4 to 6 weeks the inflatable prosthesis can be used.
Complications of Inflatable Penile Prosthesis Implantation
The inflatable prosthesis is considered one of the safest implants, and complications are rare, including:
Infection, which is very rare with strict infection control procedures.
Mechanical malfunction, also very rare with modern devices.
Change in penile length if appropriate measurement is not taken.
Curvature or pain in the penis if a prosthesis larger than necessary is implanted.
Scrotal swelling, which resolves within days.
Prominence of the reservoir site.
It is worth noting that complication rates do not differ significantly from the flexible prosthesis.
Scientific studies have proven that when the inflatable penile prosthesis is implanted by a specialized surgeon, the complication rate is nearly zero compared to a non-specialized urologist or andrologist.
The surgeon must perform the procedure regularly and complete it in the shortest possible time.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is there another option before the implant?
A penile implant is an excellent and definitive solution for erectile dysfunction; it restores the patient’s sexual ability. There are always less effective options that can be used, but they do not produce satisfactory results like the implant.
What is the success rate of the inflatable prosthesis?
The inflatable implant has the highest success rate when implanted. The success rate may exceed 97%, and it can reach 100% if performed by expert hands such as Dr. Yaman Al-Tal.
Which is better, the flexible or inflatable prosthesis?
Choosing an inflatable implant to treat erectile dysfunction is not vastly superior in results compared to the malleable implant, because each type has specific advantages and disadvantages.
Therefore, it is recommended to consult a doctor to evaluate the case, choose the appropriate penile implant, and explain the disadvantages of the inflatable or malleable implant that may occur in your situation correctly.
Does the prosthesis affect sensation or ejaculation?
The inflatable implant is easier to conceal than the malleable one, and a wife cannot notice it if the procedure is done correctly.
What is the cost of hydraulic penile prosthesis implantation?
The price of the inflatable implant in Jordan can reach $8,500 for the American type, or 6,000 Jordanian dinars, in premium hospitals with dedicated operating rooms for implant surgery to ensure sterilization.
When considering a penile implant, the inflatable implant should be your first option. Speak with your doctor about the advantages and disadvantages of each type before making the final decision, and review the prices of penile implant procedures.
If you suffer from erectile dysfunction that does not respond to pills, or you cannot take pills for medical reasons, an implant will enable you to maintain a satisfying marital life.
Does the prosthesis affect orgasm?
No. Sensation remains normal, and you will not feel any difference after penile implant placement.
Where is Dr. Yaman Al-Tal’s clinic located?
13th Floor, Al-Abdali Medical Center, The Boulevard, Amman, Jordan.
Who performs penile implant surgery?
Dr. Yaman Al-Tal has more than 14 years of experience in the most prestigious hospitals in London and holds British and European fellowships in andrology surgery.
Does the penile prosthesis treat premature ejaculation?
The implant is not a treatment for premature ejaculation, but ejaculation may improve after surgery because the erection will remain until the wife reaches orgasm.
How long does a penile prosthesis last? How long does the implantation procedure take?
The time required for penile implant surgery does not exceed one hour if performed by a highly experienced urology specialist.
When can intercourse resume after implant surgery?
You should wait about 45 days before having sex after penile implant surgery.
What is the duration of a natural erection?
A healthy natural erection typically lasts 4–5 minutes.
Is the penile prosthesis successful?
As mentioned in our article, the success rate may exceed 97%, and it can reach 100% if performed by a highly experienced urologic surgeon. Dr. Yaman Al-Tal’s center is considered one of the most important implant centers in the Middle East.
How is a penile prosthesis implanted?
There are several main steps followed in penile implant surgery by a urologist in Amman, including:
Shaving the pubic hair area to make the surgical steps easier
General anesthesia, then inserting a urinary catheter, and administering necessary IV fluids
Making a small incision below the head of the penis
Inserting the implant cylinders into the corpora cavernosa tissue of the penis
Closing the surgical wound with sutures