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State of the Reservoir: Current Concepts of Penile Implant Reservoir Placement and Potential Complications

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Abstract

Purpose of Review

To discuss mechanical and surgical innovations in inflatable penile prosthesis (IPP) surgery and their implications on reservoir placement and patient outcomes.

Recent Findings

The past decade has seen a new emphasis on optimizing outcomes and minimizing complications associated with IPP reservoirs. Innovations in device design have accordingly yielded safer, more durable IPP outcomes over the past four decades. Modifications in surgical approach for reservoir placement abound for both traditional space of Retzius and ectopic reservoir placement techniques.

Summary

Surgical and medical history, patient anatomy, and patient preference should all be considered when choosing approach for IPP reservoir placement. Prosthetic urologists should be proficient in multiple approaches to provide the best care to their patients.

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  1. Department of Urology, University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas, TX, USA

    Maia Van Dyke, Steven J. Hudak & Allen F. Morey

  2. Department of Urology, University of Alabama at Birmingham, Birmingham, AL, USA

    Adam S. Baumgarten

  3. Department of Urology, University of Virginia, Charlottesville, VA, USA

    Nicolas Ortiz

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Maia VanDyke, Adam Baumgarten, Nicolas Ortiz, and Steven Hudak each declare no potential conflicts of interest. Dr. Allen Morey receives honoraria for being a guest lecturer/meeting participant for Boston Scientific and Coloplast Corp.

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Van Dyke, M., Baumgarten, A.S., Ortiz, N. et al. State of the Reservoir: Current Concepts of Penile Implant Reservoir Placement and Potential Complications. Curr Urol Rep 22, 20 (2021). https://doi.org/10.1007/s11934-021-01041-1

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