A penile prosthesis, or penile implant, is a medical device that is surgically implanted within the corpora cavernosa of the penis during a surgical procedure. It’s an effective erectile dysfunction solution for patients who do not respond to more conservative therapies. Standardization of surgical technique in penile prosthesis implants and improvements in device construction have reduced all-cause complication rates to less than 5%. Nonetheless, complications can appear, and strongly impact morbidity and the quality of life of patients. Prosthetic urologists must be aware of the constellation of complications that can arise during or after IPP placement. Do you want to know more about penile prosthesis complications and how to avoid them? Please, don’t miss this fantastic review created By Ignacio Moncada (@imoncada), Chief of Urology, Hospital Universitario La Zarzuela. Madrid, Spain
