Explore the two main types of penile implants—semi-rigid and inflatable—and discover which suits your needs best. Understand the surgical process, potential risks, and follow-up care for informed decisions.
Purpose & Benefits
Learn about the reasons for penile implants, including treatment for erectile dysfunction when other options are ineffective. Understand the procedure, potential risks, and how to prepare for the surgery for optimal outcomes.
Implant Options
Learn about the different types of penile implants—inflatable and semi-rigid. Review their pros, cons, and suitability to determine the best option for your needs.
Testicular Prosthesis Overview
A prosthesis is any artificial device used to replace a body part. When a male is born without a testicle or must have one removed due to injury or disease, a doctor may implant a testicular prosthesis to fill in the empty space in the scrotum (the sac that contains the testicles). The prosthesis is used only to improve appearance and to calm psychological fears. It does not have any functions of a real testicle. More often than not, requests for a testicular prosthesis come from those who are born with and later lose a testicle, rather than from those who have always been missing a testicle.
Testicular prostheses have been in use since the 1940s. In the past they were made of a variety of materials. Now, however, they are mainly made of silicone rubber filled with either silicone gel or saline (salt water). A testicular prosthesis will have the weight, shape, and feel of a normal testicle and will be available in different sizes so that a good match is made to the patient’s body.
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Causes of a Missing Testicle
Find out what leads to missing testicles, including congenital issues, injury, infection, cancer surgery, or gender transition procedures.
Testicular Prosthesis Surgery
Learn about the surgical process for implanting a testicular prosthesis, including anesthesia options, incision sites, and how the implant is secured.
Identify who is at higher risk of complications from testicular prosthesis implantation, including those with infections, diabetes, or prior surgeries, and learn about potential risks such as pain, infection, and device issues.