Peyronie’s disease and ED
ED and Peyronie’s disease? You still have options.
Peyronie’s disease is a condition resulting from scar tissue that develops on the penis. It is marked by penile curvature and pain (with or without an erection).1
The impact of Peyronie’s disease can be significant. It can cause indentation, narrowing, or shortening of the penis.1 It also can cause psychological challenges such as depression and anxiety and is often linked to erectile dysfunction (ED).1
men in the U.S. have Peyronie’s disease1
The prevalence of ED among men with Peyronie’s disease2 can reach up to
more likely to develop Peyronie’s disease than the average man1
What causes Peyronie’s disease?
The cause of Peyronie’s disease isn’t entirely known. It is believed that repeated injury to the penis causes scar tissue to form. The injuries may be small, unrecognized events that occur during sexual intercourse, athletic activity, or from a more obvious trauma.
When the penis heals from the trauma, scar tissue may form which could lead to curvature if that scar tissue can no longer stretch when trying to achieve an erection. This can cause discomfort and make sexual intercourse difficult.1
If you are experiencing erectile dysfunction in the presence of Peyronie’s disease, talk to your doctor about the best treatment options for you, which may include a penile implant.
Treating ED in the presence of Peyronie’s disease
The Titan® penile implant is a treatment option for patients experiencing ED in the presence of Peyronie’s disease. During the procedure to place the penile implant, the physician may choose to perform a straightening technique called manual modeling. Manual modeling is used to straighten the penis and correct the deformity caused by Peyronie’s disease.
The Titan implant is the only penile implant that is FDA approved for the treatment of erectile dysfunction in the presence of Peyronie’s disease.3
ED Explained
Peyronie’s disease & the Titan Penile Implant
Experiencing both ED and Peyronie’s disease can be a true challenge. In this insightful video, Dr. Jay Simhan shares the benefits of the Titan penile implant for the treatment of ED in the presence of Peyronie’s disease.
References
1 Penile curvature (Peyronie’s Disease). NIH: National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases. https://www.niddk.nih.gov/health-information/urologic-diseases/penile-curvature-peyronies-disease. Accessed May 2024.
2 Segundo A, Glina S. Prevalence, Risk Factors, and Erectile Dysfunction Associated With Peyronie’s Disease Among Men Seeking Urological Care. Sex Med. 2020 Jun;8(2):230-236.
3 Premarket Approval (PMA), Supplement Number S051. Food and Drug Administration.
4 Data on file at Coloplast.
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Important safety information
Titan® & Titan Touch Inflatable Penile Prosthesis
The Titan Inflatable Penile Prosthesis is a surgically implanted mechanical penile implant intended for the treatment of erectile dysfunction in men. The Titan implant is a 3-piece fluid-filled system manually operated to produce and sustain an erection for sexual intercourse.
Indications
The Titan Inflatable Penile Prosthesis is indicated for male patients with erectile dysfunction who are considered to be candidates for implantation of a penile prosthesis.
Contraindications
The Titan implant is not for use in patients who have one or more of the following conditions: 1) have an active infection, particularly urinary tract or genital infection, 2) are sensitive or allergic to silicone or polyurethane, 3) have ongoing difficulty urinating or emptying the bladder (e.g., bladder outlet obstruction or neurogenic bladder), or 4) unwilling to undergo any further surgery for device revision.
Warnings
Patients should consider the warnings, precautions and potential complications associated with the use of this product, which may include the following: potential for resurgery (note: device is not a lifetime implant). Implantation makes latent natural erections, as well as other interventional treatment options, impossible. Implantation may result in penile shortening, curvature or scarring. Pre-existing abdominal or penile scarring or contracture may make surgical implantation more complicated or impractical. Diabetic, as well as immunocompromised patients, may have an increased risk of infection which could result in permanent damage to tissue/organs. Excessive stresses from rigorous exercise and vigorous masturbation/intercourse could lead to device damage. Certain stresses and pressures (straddle seating, obesity, etc.) could lead to involuntary inflation or deflation. Post-implant penile size, girth and angle can vary based on patient anatomy, implant size, level of inflation, and presence of Peyronie’s disease.
Precautions
Patients with spinal cord injury may have an increased risk of infection. This device may be used to treat erectile dysfunction in the presence of Peyronie’s disease. Although the implant is not visible, depending on the placement (submuscular) the reservoir may be palpable.
Patients should consider the following factors which could lead to increased risk of failure and can be critical to the eventual success of the procedure: ability and willingness of the patient to follow instructions; associated psychological status (e.g., psychogenic erectile dysfunction, inappropriate attitude or motivation); health conditions which hamper sexual activity (such as severe angina) may prevent successful use of this device; manual dexterity problems; and lack sufficient manual dexterity or strength necessary to operate the device.
Impact injuries to the pelvic or abdominal areas (e.g., sports injuries) can result in damage to the implant which may necessitate replacement of the device. Contracture of tissue around the pump can cause unnatural firmness in the scrotum and involuntary inflation or deflation. The device may fail to deflate and/or deflation of the device may be slow or difficult for some patients. Device malfunctions may result in the inability to inflate or deflate the device. Removal of the device without timely reimplantation of a new implant may complicate subsequent reimplantation.
Potential Complications
Adverse events are known to occur with penile protheses procedures and implants; some may require revision surgery or removal of the implant. Adverse events following penile protheses implantation may be new onset (de novo), persistent, worsening, transient, or permanent.
Adverse events may include but are not limited to: inability to pull foreskin back from tip of uncircumcised penis (acquired phimosis); abnormal wound healing/adhesion/scar tissue; bladder storage symptoms/urinary retention; tightening, shortening, deformity or curvature of penis (capsular contracture, induration); discomfort/pain; injury to tissue or organs (perforation/erosion/extrusion) resulting in damage or loss of tissue (necrosis); open tunnel between tissue or organs (fistula); foreign body reaction/allergic reaction/sensitivity; bleeding/hemorrhage or collection of blood or fluid outside of tissue or vessels (hematoma/seroma); hernia; Infection/urinary tract infection; redness or swelling (inflammation/edema); difficult or painful intercourse (dyspareunia/sexual dysfunction); obstruction/occlusion; numbness or decreased sensation (e.g., hypoesthesia); and urinary incontinence. The occurrence of these events may require one or more subsequent surgeries which may or may not always fully correct the complication.
This treatment is prescribed by your physician. Discuss the treatment options with your physician to understand the risks and benefits of the various options to determine if an inflatable penile implant is right for you.
Caution: Federal law (USA) restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a physician.
PM-15451 / Feb 2024