[Quality of life in patients who suffered erectile dysfunction and underwent penile implant surgery in terms of sexual satisfaction of the patient and partner].

BACKGROUND

Erectile dysfunction is a condition that shows a continuously growing prevalence in the male population. The penis prosthesis implant (PPI) qualifies as an effective form of therapy.

OBJECTIVES

The aim of this study was to analyze the sexual satisfaction rate and quality of life in patients who had suffered from erectile dysfunction and who were treated with a penile prosthesis. The patient's partners were also surveyed.

METHODS

We collected data from patients who underwent surgery in the Center of Excellence for Penile Implants, University Hospital Schleswig-Holstein, Campus Kiel, Kiel, Germany. Questionnaires with validated scores (EDITS, EDITS Partner) were sent to all patients and their partners via mail.

RESULTS

The satisfaction rate in this study was high which shows that the patients and partners are pleased, and the high sexual satisfaction rate led to a higher quality of life.

CONCLUSION

The penile prosthesis implantation as a last option of therapy for erectile dysfunction is useful and brings more than adequate results.