Prosthetic penile infection: "rescue procedure" with rifamycin.
case_series · Level IV
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Abstract
Penile prosthetic implantation is a successful procedure for the management of male erectile impotence. However, infection remains the most serious complication requiring removal of the device. Later reinsertion can be difficult due to fibrosis and a shortened penis. We present 3 cases of penile infection with Staphylococcus epidermidis in which a new penile prosthesis was placed after 72 hours of continuous irrigation of the corpora cavernosa with rifamycin. The procedure requires judicious selection of patients and a stable clinical status.
Medical subject headings
- Penile Prosthesis
- Prosthesis-Related Infections
- Rifamycins
- Staphylococcal Infections