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ArticleTherapeutic advances in urology

Outcomes and patient satisfaction after Penuma silicone implant surgery via two surgical approaches.

Morgan Salkowski, Laurence A Levine

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Morgan SalkowskiDepartment of Urology, Rush University Medical Center, Chicago, IL, USA.
Laurence A LevineDepartment of Urology, Rush University Medical Center, 1725 West Harrison Street, Suite #352, Chicago, IL 60612, USA.ORCID https://orcid.org/0009-0001-4465-6349

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Background: The Penuma is a soft silicone penile implant designed for cosmetic enhancement of the flaccid penis in men who have normal erections. Objectives: The goal of this study is to report outcomes on patient satisfaction at least 6 months after Penuma subcutaneous penile implant for cosmetic enhancement of the penis, and to determine if modifications in surgical approach resulted in reduction in postoperative complications. Design: Penile measurements, adverse events, and patient satisfaction were compared between patients undergoing the new lateral scrotal incision versus the traditional infrapubic approach. Methods: A retrospective chart review was performed on all patients who underwent a Penuma implant by a single surgeon from April 2019 to December 2022. A 26-item non-validated device-specific questionnaire was sent to patients at least 6 months after the date of their initial surgery. Results: A total of 92 cases were performed by a single surgeon. The average increase in flaccid length was 2.5 cm (±2.2), representing a 44% increase ( Conclusion: The subcutaneous Penuma penile implant appears to improve satisfaction with regard to the appearance of the penis and is a viable option for men who desire to enhance flaccid penile length and girth. Furthermore, the lateral scrotal surgical approach appears to have a lower postoperative complication rate.

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penile size enhancementpenuma silicone insert

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PMID39372547
PMCPMC11456194

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