Gauging the need for a penile implant
The inflatable penile implant was developed to treat erectile dysfunction, a health condition affecting many men worldwide. Dr. Andrew Kramer, a urology specialist, notes that an implant may not be the right solution for every patient.
In his practice, Dr. Andrew Kramer looks at several factors that may rule out patients for penile implants. Patients are disqualified as penile implant candidates if:
-the erectile dysfunction may be reversible through other means.
-the urinary tract is infected.
-the patient is experiencing a lack of sexual sensation.
-the patient has no sexual desire.
-psychological issues cause the erectile dysfunction.
-the penis or scrotum has lesions or is afflicted with other problems affecting the skin.
On the other hand, Dr. Andrew Kramer also has a very specific set of criteria for accepting the procedure. A patient will be seriously considered as a penile implant candidate if:
-the erectile dysfunction constantly and drastically reduces the quality of his sex life.
- prescription drugs, including Viagra (sildenafil), Stendra (avanafil), Levitra (vardenafil), and Cialis (tadalafil), don’t result in the appropriate erection for sexual intercourse.
-the patient has Peyronie’s disease or any other health issue that only a penile implant can effectively treat.
-a physician has previously attempted but failed to treat his erectile dysfunction using a vacuum constriction device, also known as a penis pump.
Dr. Andrew Kramer, a urology specialist and high volume penile implant surgeon, offers personalized care, giving hands-on and longitudinal care to his patients, many of whom he tends to for many years. Visit this page for more on Dr. Kramer’s practice.
