What Is Peyronie's Disease?
8. Surgery
Surgery is only considered if the patient meets all the required criteria. The type of surgery performed will also depend if the condition is associated with erectile dysfunction and characteristics of the plaque. A discussion with the patient will be required regarding the description of the procedure, goal, risks, percentages of success, and other treatment options.
The patient should be counseled that his penis will no longer appear as it exactly did and that there may be some residual angling. The penis may appear shorter and wider compared to before the surgery. This discussion is essential so the patient has realistic expectations. After the surgery, the catheter can be removed the following morning and the patient can return with oral antibiotics. Follow-up care is generally a week later.
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