Successful Use of an Inflatable Penile Prosthesis for the Treatment of Distal Deficiency of the Tunica Albuginea and Cavernous Tissue.

Abstract

IntroductionCongenital hypoplasia of the distal half of the tunica albuginea has not been previously described.AimTo review a patient presenting with erectile dysfunction secondary to congenital penile hypoplasia.MethodsHistory, physical exam and penile Doppler ultrasound of the patient, followed by a discussed of treatment options and definitive management.ResultsSuccessful operative treatment of our patient with insertion of an inflatable penile prosthesis.ConclusionWe present a case of congenital hypoplasia of the distal tunica albuginea and a successful treatment strategy. We highlight the need for further study of penile embryology.Punjani N, McGarry P, Brock G. Successful Use of an Inflatable Penile Prosthesis for the Treatment of Distal Deficiency of the Tunica Albuginea and Cavernous Tissue. Sex Med 2018;6:356–359.