Vascular Reconstructive Surgery for Erectile Dysfunction

Vascular reconstructive surgery is a surgical procedure that aims to restore proper blood flow to the penis in individuals with erectile dysfunction caused by vascular issues. It involves repairing or bypassing blocked arteries to improve blood circulation.

Vascular reconstructive surgery FAQ

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Does vascular reconstructive surgery work?

Unfortunately, vascular reconstructive surgery doesn’t seem to work very well over time. Even the best studies show that only 1 out of 20 men improved after the treatment. The success rate is higher for younger men with a single damaged blood vessel from a pelvic or genital injury.

How does vascular surgery work if you have vascular disease?

If you have vascular disease, a doctor will review factors like your specific condition, its severity, and your age and overall health to help determine the type of vascular surgery that’s best for you. Vascular surgery is used to treat conditions that affect your blood vessels.

What is vascular surgery?

The specialty evolved from general and cardiovascular surgery where it refined the management of just the vessels, no longer treating the heart or other organs. Modern vascular surgery includes open surgery techniques, endovascular (minimally invasive) techniques and medical management of vascular diseases - unlike the parent specialities.

What are the different types of vascular procedures?

Types of vascular procedures include carotid artery surgery, lower limb revascularization, and more. They treat all parts of the vascular system, excluding the brain and heart. Doctors may be able to treat many vascular conditions without surgery or invasive procedures. Vascular surgeons often take on a preventive role.

How to perform a vascular reconstruction?

Several basic steps are usually carried out during the performance of a vascular reconstruction: When exposing a blood vessel, the approach that provides a simple and direct access to the vessel of interest is usually the most desirable. In general, the skin incision is placed along the longitudinal axis of the vessel to be exposed.

Why is vascular reconstruction a good book?

The book focuses on the technical aspects of vascular reconstructions and to better prepare the surgical residents before they start their vascular rotation. It updates the original content and enhances its value by including a section on endovascular interventions and endovascular procedures.

How is noninvasive vascular reconstruction performed?

Noninvasive evaluation can be performed using a sterile handheld Doppler or duplex ultrasonography. The handheld Doppler is usually marched over the vascular reconstruction, as well as proximal and distal to the reconstruction site.