ReviewInternational journal of impotence research2022
Penile girth enhancement procedures for aesthetic purposes.
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15 citing papers in PubMed, 1 synthesis or guideline pooled it, 26 citations in OpenAlex.
- Techniques for Penile Augmentation Surgery: A Systematic Review of Surgical Outcomes, Complications, and Quality of Life.Medicina (Kaunas, Lithuania) · 2024Pooled it
- The outcomes of non-surgical and surgical penile augmentation procedures: a systematic review and meta-analysis.International journal of impotence research · 2026Review
- A retrospective evaluation of the safety and effectiveness of an innovative penile enlargement approach: the Hardrock Sandwich Technique.International journal of impotence research · 2026Article
- Managing residual volumes in penile girth enhancement with hyaluronic acid fillers: a case series and literature review.International journal of impotence research · 2026Review
- Superior penile girth retention with stromal vascular fraction-enriched autologous fat grafting: a retrospective 1-year comparative study.Translational andrology and urology · 2026Article
- Unveiling consumer interest and regional disparities: comparative analysis of online search trends for penile aesthetic procedures.Sexual medicine · 2025Article
- Comment on "Complications and outcomes following injection of foreign material into the male external genitalia for augmentation: a single centre experience and systematic review".International journal of impotence research · 2024Article
- The effect of penis size on partner sexual satisfaction: a literature review.International journal of impotence research · 2023Review
- Voice Assistants as Consultants for Male Patients with Sexual Dysfunction: A Reliable Option?International journal of environmental research and public health · 2023Article
- Psychological Factors Related to Impotence as a Sexual Dysfunction in Young Men: A Literature Scan for Noteworthy Research Frameworks.Clinics and practice · 2022Review
- History and future perspectives of male aesthetic genital surgery.International journal of impotence research · 2022Review
- New trend in medicine: aesthetic genital surgery.International journal of impotence research · 2022Article
- Male esthetic genital surgery: recommendations and gaps to be filled.International journal of impotence research · 2022Article
- Take-home messages on male genital aesthetic surgery.International journal of impotence research · 2022Article
- Penis Girth Augmentation Using SEPA Flap and Dermofat Grafts.Journal of cutaneous and aesthetic surgeryArticle
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3 authors at 2 institutions in 2 countries.
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Abstract
The present study aimed to describe and critically discuss the current evidence regarding the penile girth enhancement procedures for aesthetic purposes. We designed a narrative review of the literature. A comprehensive search in the MEDLINE database was performed. Original articles in English-language, published until March 2021, were selected. A total of 29 studies were included (3 reporting non-invasive approaches, 11 injection therapies, and 15 surgical procedures). The vast majority of articles (26, 89.7%) were not randomized controlled trials, with overall low quality and limited level of evidence. Only 1 (33.3%) paper regarding non-invasive approaches reported a minimal (+0.03 cm) but a significant increase of penile girth (p = 0.034). A low rate (11.2-14.4%) of mild, temporary adverse events and poor-to-moderate patient satisfaction were found. Eight (72.7%) articles concerning injection therapies showed a significant increase in penile girth (p < 0.05). A low rate of mild complications, generally at the injection site, and a high patient satisfaction rate (75-100%) were highlighted. Nine (60%) papers on surgical treatments found a significant increase in penile girth (p < 0.05), while the other 6 (40%) studies reported a generic improvement in penile circumference. Skin necrosis or ulcers, wound infections, or need for reoperation were reported in 8 (53.3%) studies. A high patient satisfaction rate (60-100%) was reported. Our review highlighted the overall positive results of injection procedures, the poor outcomes associated with non-invasive techniques, and the good efficacy and satisfaction with a non-negligible risk of complications in patients undergoing surgical treatments. However, the adverse events are probably largely under-reported and these procedures should still be considered under investigation due to the limited evidence available and the lack of guidelines.
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