Penile Prostheses
Researchers from University of North Carolina, Division of Urology publish findings in penile prostheses
Published in Medical Letter on the CDC and FDA, May 23rd, 2010
Scientists discuss in 'AMS 700 inflatable penile prosthesis with InhibiZone' new findings in penile prostheses. According to a study from the United States, "Inflatable penile prostheses are the definitive therapy for erectile dysfunction refractory to medical therapy. For years mechanical malfunction was the most common cause of device failure, but recent advances in design have largely eliminated this, and now infection is the most significant problem with these implants."
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