Penile Prosthesis Surgery: Revitalize Safety Guide

A penile prosthesis is an implanted medical device that can create sufficient rigidity for sexual activity when erectile dysfunction has not responded to, or is unsuitable for, other treatments. It does not increase desire, sensation or fertility and cannot guarantee confidence, intimacy, orgasm or relationship satisfaction.

This Revitalize guide explains assessment, device types, risks and recovery without promoting an outside clinic, doctor or manufacturer, publishing anonymous testimonials or offering finance and insurance advice.

When an implant may be considered

Erectile dysfunction can have vascular, neurological, hormonal, medicine-related, psychological or mixed causes. Assessment should review symptoms, health, medicines, previous pelvic treatment and the response to appropriate non-surgical options. These may include lifestyle or medical management, tablets, vacuum devices, injections or counselling where relevant.

Review the Revitalize erectile dysfunction treatment overview and penile prosthesis treatment pathway.

Types of prosthesis

Malleable devices use bendable rods. Inflatable systems use cylinders and a pump, with some designs also using a separate fluid reservoir. Each has trade-offs involving concealment, manual dexterity, anatomy, mechanical complexity and future revision. No type is “most natural” or best for every patient.

The surgeon should identify the proposed manufacturer, model, components and alternatives. A commercial “centre of excellence” or manufacturer recognition is not a substitute for independent registration, relevant experience and hospital verification.

Assessment and consent

The urologist should review urinary and sexual function, diabetes control, cardiovascular health, infection risk, skin condition, previous implants or surgery, medicines and ability to operate the device. Examination and clinically appropriate tests inform device selection and surgical planning.

Consent should explain that the natural erectile tissue is altered by implantation and spontaneous erections may not return after device removal. Penile dimensions and perceived length can differ from expectations.

The operation

The procedure is performed with appropriate anaesthesia through an incision selected by the surgeon. Components are placed within the penis and, for inflatable systems, the pump and reservoir are positioned as required. Operating time and hospital stay depend on device, anatomy, previous surgery, health and recovery criteria; fixed online times are not guarantees.

Risks and long-term considerations

Possible complications include pain, bleeding, infection, urinary problems, altered sensation, injury to surrounding structures, poor position, curvature, erosion, device migration, mechanical failure and the need for revision, replacement or removal. Infection can require removal and delayed reimplantation and may make future surgery more difficult.

Every device has a finite possibility of malfunction over time. Ask for implant traceability and the policy for manufacturer warranty, surgeon care, hospital charges and repeat travel; these are separate matters.

Recovery and warning signs

Written aftercare may cover wound care, medicines, device position, bathing, activity and when device teaching or activation will occur. Do not inflate, bend or use the prosthesis before the treating urologist provides clearance. Return to work, exercise, driving and sexual activity varies.

Seek urgent help for fever, increasing pain, spreading redness, wound discharge, skin breakdown, inability to pass urine, uncontrolled bleeding, rapidly increasing swelling or an exposed or malfunctioning component.

Verify the Revitalize pathway

• Request the urologist’s full name, current registration and penile-implant experience.
• Confirm the Revitalize-contracted hospital in writing.
• Ask for the exact device and traceability documentation.
• Discuss alternatives, personal infection risk and expected limitations.
• Request the device teaching, follow-up, emergency and revision plan.
• Clarify responsibility and costs if removal or replacement is required.

Only a urologist and hospital specifically confirmed by Revitalize should be treated as contracted. An outside clinic, named manufacturer, award or anonymous patient story does not establish a Revitalize relationship or predict an outcome.

Cost and written quotation

This page does not provide fixed prices, insurance interpretation, payment plans or financial advice. Request an itemised Revitalize quotation naming the urologist and contracted hospital and listing assessment, device, anaesthesia, hospital care, medicines, teaching, follow-up and complication, removal or revision terms.

Frequently asked questions

Does an implant cure the cause of erectile dysfunction?

No. It provides mechanical rigidity but does not necessarily change the underlying condition, desire or sensation.

Is an inflatable device best?

Not for everyone. Anatomy, dexterity, previous surgery, priorities and risks affect the choice.

How long does recovery take?

There is no universal timetable. Follow the operating urologist’s examination-based instructions.

How do I verify my providers?

Ask Revitalize to confirm the named urologist and contracted hospital in writing before paying or travelling.