|
Vascular reconstructive surgery is sometimes used to treat erectile
dysfunction. The goal of surgery is to improve the blood supply of the penis so
that a man is able to achieve and maintain an erection.
Who is eligible for this procedure?
Only a small percentage of men may be candidates for this surgery, in
particular young men with trauma leading to the penis. If you fall into this
category, talk to your doctor to see if vascular reconstructive surgery is right
for you.
How effective is vascular reconstructive
surgery?
Vascular reconstructive surgery of the
penis is a technically difficult and costly procedure. It is not always
effective and can even result in nerve damage and scar tissue development.
The long-term results from this type of surgery
have been disappointing as even the best of results show that only 1 out of 20
men had conditions that were improved by the surgery. However, for younger men
with a single damaged blood vessel that occurred as a result of a pelvic or
genital injury, the success rate for this treatment is higher (50%-75%).
|
