PURPOSE: We compared our experience with self-contained inflatable and multicomponent prostheses during similar intervals. MATERIALS AND METHODS: We followed 295 patients with self-contained prostheses and 1,026 with multicomponent inflatable devices for up to 8 years. Revision rates for mechanical failure, infection or patient dissatisfaction were statistically analyzed. RESULTS: Multicomponent inflatable prostheses were superior with regard to mechanical reliability and patient satisfaction, with no differences in rate of infection. Self-contained prostheses were best replaced with the AMS 700CX device, thus avoiding aneurysm. CONCLUSIONS: Self-contained inflatable prostheses may be of limited value for the treatment of impotence. The AMS 700CX is the device of choice for replacement of explanted self-contained prostheses.
PURPOSE: We compared our experience with self-contained inflatable and multicomponent prostheses during similar intervals. MATERIALS AND METHODS: We followed 295 patients with self-contained prostheses and 1,026 with multicomponent inflatable devices for up to 8 years. Revision rates for mechanical failure, infection or patient dissatisfaction were statistically analyzed. RESULTS: Multicomponent inflatable prostheses were superior with regard to mechanical reliability and patient satisfaction, with no differences in rate of infection. Self-contained prostheses were best replaced with the AMS 700CX device, thus avoiding aneurysm. CONCLUSIONS: Self-contained inflatable prostheses may be of limited value for the treatment of impotence. The AMS 700CX is the device of choice for replacement of explanted self-contained prostheses.
Authors: F Pisano; M Falcone; A Abbona; M Oderda; F Soria; F Peraldo; F Marson; M Barale; C Fiorito; A Gurioli; B Frea; P Gontero Journal: Int J Impot Res Date: 2015-08-13 Impact factor: 2.896