Success of Penile Replantation Using Combination of Cialis, Hyperbaric Oxygen, and SPY Technology.

Objective

There are very few studies reporting the techniques utilized in penile replantation. Of those in literature, many agree that the use of microvascular technique results in better outcomes. The most common complications are skin necrosis and venous congestion, which are even higher in replants without arterial supply.

Methods

This study describes a case of self-inflicted penile amputation treated with microsurgical replantation and managed postoperatively with hyperbaric oxygen therapy and Cialis (tadalafil), and SPY angiography. The penile replant had extensive skin necrosis, which prevented a sufficient clinical evaluation of the replanted penis. Serial SPY angiography was performed to assess tissue viability, following hyperbaric oxygen therapy and Cialis treatment.

Results

SPY angiography was critical to the decision making of the operating team in the management of this case of penile replantation.

Conclusions

The use of SPY angiography prevented the patient from undergoing revision amputation and allowed for a safe and successful penile replantation.