Registry for Patients Undergoing Penile Prosthesis Implantation for Male Erectile Dysfunction
Many men experience erectile dysfunction, and for some, a penile implant is a treatment option. This study is collecting information, like a registry, on men who have these implants. Doctors across Europe will gather details about how the implants are working and how patients are doing after their surgery. By collecting this information over 10 years, researchers hope to learn more about the long-term results of penile implants. This will help them understand what works best and improve care for men who choose this treatment for erectile dysfunction. It's an initiative by leading urology organisations to build a comprehensive picture of this surgical treatment.
At a glance
What is this study about?
This study is gathering information about a surgical treatment for erectile dysfunction called a penile prosthesis implant (PPI). Think of it like a register or a database, where doctors record important details about patients who have this operation. They want to see how these implants work over time and how they affect men's lives. This is not a study where new medicines are being tested; instead, it's about understanding an existing treatment better.
Doctors from many hospitals across Europe are taking part. They will continuously add information about men who receive these implants, making sure to include every patient who meets the criteria. This helps ensure the information collected is as complete and accurate as possible. They plan to gather this information for a long time, specifically 10 years.
The main goal is to build a clear picture of this surgical procedure. By collecting details from a large number of patients over an extended period, medical experts can learn more about how successful the implants are, any challenges that might arise, and ultimately, how to make this treatment even better for men dealing with erectile dysfunction. The information will be reviewed regularly to check for patterns and important findings.
Key takeaways
- This study collects details about penile implants for erectile dysfunction.
- It aims to improve understanding of this surgical treatment over time.
- Data will be gathered from many European hospitals for 10 years.
- Participation involves sharing routine surgical information and completing questionnaires.
- There are no extra treatments or medications involved in this study.
- Your information will help future patients with erectile dysfunction.
Who may be eligible?
To be able to take part in this study, you would need to be a man who is having a penile implant operation to treat your erectile dysfunction.
You also need to be willing to understand what the study involves and agree to take part. This means you'd be comfortable filling out some questionnaires.
This study is for men aged 18 and older. There isn't an upper age limit, as long as you meet the other requirements.
Could this study suit you?
Answer these quick questions to see if you may be eligible. This is a guide only — the research team makes the final call.
- Are you a man undergoing a penile implant for erectile dysfunction?
- Are you 18 years old or older?
- Are you willing to understand and give permission to take part?
- Are you able to fill out questionnaires?
What does participation involve?
If you decide to take part in this study, it simply means that your doctor will share some information about your surgery and how you are doing afterwards with the study researchers. You'll also be asked to complete some questionnaires. These questionnaires will likely be about your experience with the implant and your general well-being.
There are no extra hospital visits or special tests required specifically for this study. All the information gathered will be part of your routine care after your penile implant surgery. The study also involves follow-up evaluations over a long period, up to 10 years, but these are based on data collection and not necessarily extra appointments for you. You won't be taking any new medication because of this study.
Potential risks and benefits
Locations (30)
- University Hospital AntwerpVerified postcodeAntwerp, Belgium
- AZ Sint-JanVerified postcodeBruges, Belgium
- AZ Maria MiddelaresVerified postcodeGhent, Belgium
- Jessa HospitalVerified postcodeHasselt, Belgium
- UZ LeuvenVerified postcodeLeuven, Belgium
- CHU Lyon SudVerified postcodeLyon, France
- University Hospital Essen (AöR)Verified postcodeEssen, Germany
- University Hospital Schleswig HolsteinVerified postcodeLübeck, Germany
- IRCCS Azienda Ospedaliero-Universitaria di BolognaVerified postcodeBologna, Italy
- Azienda Ospedaliero-Universitaria "Ospedali Riuniti" di FoggiaVerified postcodeFoggia, Italy
- Casa di Cura Città di ParmaVerified postcodeParma, Italy
- Centro Hospitalar Universitario Lisboa NorteVerified postcodeLisbon, Portugal
Common questions
What is erectile dysfunction?
Erectile dysfunction is when a man regularly has trouble getting or keeping an erection firm enough for sex.
What is a penile prosthesis implant?
It's a medical device surgically placed inside the penis to allow men with erectile dysfunction to get an erection.
Will I have to take new medicine if I join the study?
No, this study does not involve taking any new medications.
How long will the study follow me?
The study will collect information for up to 10 years after your first surgery, but this is mainly data collection, not extra appointments for you.
Will my information be kept private?
Yes, all personal information will be handled confidentially and used only for research purposes.
How to find out more
Always speak to your GP or specialist before deciding to take part in a study.
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