Peyronie’s Disease

Abstract

Peyronie’s disease (PD), also known as induration penis plastica (IPP), is a clinical condition characterized by the formation of fibrotic plaques onto the tunica albuginea of the penis, which may result into abnormal penile curvature and deformity, erectile dysfunction (ED), and loss of penile length. The combination of these events may result in the impossibility of performing penetrative intercourse [1].

Artificial tissue: a future surgical approach for reversing erectile dysfunction – correspondence

“…Comparatively, men who have ED due to any other reason often report symptoms between the ages of 40 and 70. Scar tissue from previous traumas causes discomfort and dysfunction in some people with Peyronie’s disease 3 .…”