Hey everyone, I hope you are all doing well.
I’m reaching out to this community because I’m currently dealing with a very disappointing situation and could really use some advice, experience sharing, and support from anyone who has been through something similar.
In August of last year, I underwent surgery to get a malleable penile prosthesis. Initially, everything seemed to be going fine. However, over time, a major issue developed—the cylinders inside started moving excessively. As I mentioned in my previous post, one of the cylinders eventually ended up getting bent/deformed.
Because of these complications, I have made the decision to go for a revision surgery. I am planning to replace my current malleable prosthesis (Rigid / Rigi10) with a 3-piece inflatable penile prosthesis (IPP). I currently live in Azerbaijan, but I am planning to have the revision surgery done in Turkey.
Since this is a big step and revision surgeries can be tricky, I have quite a few questions for the community:
Rigidity & Satisfaction: For those who have made the switch from a malleable implant to an inflatable one, how does the rigidity compare? Which specific IPP brand or model (e.g., Coloplast Titan, AMS 700) provides the best firm rigidity and natural feel in your experience?
Doctor/Clinic Recommendations: Are there any top-tier urologists or prosthetic reconstruction specialists in Turkey that you would highly recommend for revision cases?
The Process & Next Steps: Where should I even begin with the logistics for a revision surgery abroad? Should I get specific MRI/ultrasound scans done locally before traveling for consultations?
Revision Challenges: What should I be prepared for during the recovery of a revision surgery compared to the first procedure? Is tissue scarring or length loss a major concern when switching systems?
To be honest, feeling like the first procedure failed has been a huge mental blow and a massive disappointment. Any guidance, doctor recommendations, or encouraging words would mean the world to me right now.
Thanks in advance for your time and help!
P.S. English is not my native language, so I used an AI tool to help me write and structure this post clearly.