Procedure and Recovery

Erectile dysfunction, or ED, is a common condition. One study estimated that more than 50% of men over the age of 40 have some degree of ED.¹ ED happens when blood flow to the penis is limited or nerves are damaged, which results in the inability to achieve or maintain an erection that is firm enough to have sexual intercourse.

The penile implant procedure is usually done on an outpatient basis under anesthesia. Your surgeon will make a small incision in the scrotum or above the pubic bone and can generally insert all components through this opening.

Patients may experience pain and soreness at the surgical site during the healing process. It generally takes a few days to return to one’s regular routine of light activity. Doctors typically recommend that patients wait four to six weeks after the procedure before having intercourse.

As with any medical procedure, complications can occur. You can find an overview of the risks of a Boston Scientific penile implant via the link below, but individuals are recommended to talk to their doctor about the risks and benefits associated with each device.

Every patient’s situation is unique. So, it’s important for men to talk to their doctor about the risks involved and ways to safely resume normal activities after a penile implant procedure.

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