Can Penile Implant Infections be Treated With Antibiotics?
Conservative antibiotic therapy may be a less invasive and less costly approach to treating penile implant infections, researchers say. But some experts recommend caution.
Typically, men with penile implant infections need to have the device removed with re-implantation at a later time. This strategy can lead to the formation of scar tissue and penile shortening, however.
Researchers in Saudi Arabia tried conservative antibiotic therapy with 37 men who developed infections related to their penile implants. The participants' average age was 58 years. Most of the men had had malleable prostheses implanted. The remaining four had inflatable implants. Each man underwent antibiotic therapy tailored to his needs.
The trial's overall success rate was 84%, the study authors noted. Thirty-one patients healed completely in about 7 weeks. These men could resume sexual activity.
Some experts warn that further study is needed, especially since it is unclear whether the men's infections were due to the implant itself or to a superficial wound. Also, malleable devices are less prone to infection.
Full details on the study are available here.
World Meeting Update
We hope you'll join us in Beijing for the 20th World Meeting on Sexual Medicine to be held September 22-25, 2016. The World Meeting is an excellent opportunity to meet other sexual medicine specialists from around the world and learn about the latest research.
While early-bird registration closed yesterday, you can still take advantage of discounted fees if your payment is received before September 15, 2016. After that date, full registration fees will apply. Register today!
The ISSM has reserved blocks of rooms at 7 local hotels for World Meeting attendees. Each hotel is convenient to the meeting site and offers a wide range of amenities. Click here to see the hotel options and book your room.
If you've never visited Beijing before (or even if you have), we encourage you to see the sights! This link provides information on half-day and full-day city tours that include highlights like the Great Wall and the Forbidden City. We also suggest that you check out this list of tips on traveling in China.
We're looking forward to an informative, productive, and enjoyable meeting. Hope to see you there!
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