Penile Augmentation

초록

Current criticisms to penile augmentation are that there are no established procedure, poorly defined indications, unacceptably high reported complications, and no reliable long-term satisfactory results [1–3]. So, it raises speculation regarding the true efficacy and morbidity of these procedures. Vardi et al. reviewed the articles published between 1965 and 2008 regarding penile enhancement [3]. Because of disappointing results, they suggested the development of improved criteria for better patient selection, as well as new and better surgical methods of penile enhancement. The main principle of current PGE techniques is the implantation of various bulking agents into the space between Buck’s and dartos fascias. But these fascial structures and overlying skin are vulnerable according to the nature of the bulking agents, invasiveness of each technique, and the experience of the practitioner. To save debilitated patients from the adverse effects of previous penile augmentation technique and fulfill the request of the patients, it is necessary to develop a new, safer, and more effective technique rather than criticize penile augmentation or regard it as evil magic.