How much does penile curvature surgery cost? The price can range from R$ 4,000 to R$ 75,000, depending on the need for a prosthesis, the model chosen, and hospital/admission costs — not including the medical team’s fees.
Peyronie’s disease is characterized by the buildup of scar tissue inside the penis, which can cause marked curvature in more severe cases.
When anatomy or function is not compromised, treatment can be medication-based. For more severe cases, surgery for Peyronie’s is indicated, and its cost varies with hospital stay, medical team, and the type of prosthesis used.
When anatomy or function is not compromised, treatment can be medication-based. For more severe cases, Peyronie’s surgery is indicated, and its cost varies according to hospital stay, medical team, and the prosthesis selected.
What is Peyronie’s disease and what are its symptoms?
Peyronie’s disease is characterized by small scars that form rigid plaques inside the penis, which can cause an abnormal curvature noticeable during erection and may hinder or even prevent sexual intercourse.
The main causes are related to injuries to the penis during sexual activity, sports, or falls. Inflammation, genetic conditions, smoking, diabetes, and hypertension are also risk factors.
The most common symptoms include:
- Pain during erection;
- Palpable plaques or nodules on the penis;
- Reduced ability to obtain or maintain an erection;
- Erectile dysfunction;
- Anxiety and stress related to sex.
When is surgery indicated?
Surgery for Peyronie’s disease is indicated when penile curvature interferes with or makes intimate contact difficult.
However, it is essential to emphasize that the decision for surgery is not solely the patient’s. A urologist experienced in Peyronie’s must evaluate the case to determine whether the surgical procedure is truly the best treatment option.
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How much does penile curvature surgery cost?
Because this is a relatively complex procedure, there are several variables that can impact the total investment.
Among them:
- Does the patient have health insurance to cover hospital expenses and materials?
- Will penile reconstruction during surgery require grafts?
- What is the degree of curvature caused by Peyronie’s? Is there erectile dysfunction?
- Will a penile prosthesis be necessary? If so, malleable or inflatable? What brand?
- Does the patient have comorbidities, such as diabetes or hypertension?
- Did Peyronie’s develop after radical prostatectomy for prostate cancer?
- Is this a reoperation?
- What will the surgical team look like? How many professionals will be needed?
These are just the main factors to analyze when pricing a procedure like this.
Still, to give you an initial idea of costs, we prepared an estimate based on Dr. Paulo’s experience.
When drafting a quote for Peyronie’s surgery, consider the following reference cost ranges:
- Hospital admission: R$ 4,000 to R$ 12,000 (varies by length of stay, which is usually short)
- Penile prosthesis (if needed): R$ 2,000 to R$ 9,000 (malleable) / R$ 57,000 to R$ 63,000 (inflatable)
In addition to the costs above, you must add the fees of the medical team who will perform the procedure.
According to the Regional Medical Council (CRM) and the Federal Council of Medicine (CFM), professional fees should not be disclosed without prior patient evaluation.
Overall, the cost of surgery to treat Peyronie’s disease ranges from R$ 6,000 to R$ 75,000, not including the medical team’s fees.
Remember: these values can be reduced through health plans that often cover admissions and simpler malleable prostheses.
What are the advantages of Peyronie’s surgery?
According to patient reports and clinical studies, surgery for Peyronie’s disease can provide benefits that vary from case to case. These include:
- Correction of penile curvature: surgery aims to straighten and align the penis, supporting its functionality;
- Possible symptom relief: in some cases, there are reports of improvement in erection-related pain and associated discomfort;
- Support for erectile function: when surgery is correctly indicated, some patients report improvement, which depends on individual factors and technique used;
- Positive impact on self-esteem: correcting the deformity may contribute to the patient’s quality of life.
Treating Peyronie’s disease: main surgical procedures
The price of Peyronie’s surgery is not the only concern candidates should have. Men should also understand how the procedure works.
Penile curvature correction surgery can be performed using different techniques, such as grafts, tissue expansion, or penile prosthesis implantation. Below are more details on these approaches.
Penile reconstruction with or without grafts?
In the graft-based correction technique, scar tissue is removed and reconstruction is performed using healthy tissue grafts.
Potential benefits include preserving erectile function and improving curvature. However, drawbacks include the risk of graft resorption or rejection.
Penile graft
A graft is tissue taken from another part of the body without its own blood supply. Although graft-based curvature surgery may preserve erectile function and improve curvature, this technique has fallen out of favor for the following reasons:
- It requires many suture lines that can be felt after healing;
- Because grafts vary in size and thickness, the penis may have a palpable “speed bump” effect;
- Variable size/thickness can lead to different resistance levels, increasing the risk of rupture;
- Without a blood supply, grafts tend to shrink over time.
Tissue expansion
Tissue expansion consists of making incisions in the area where penile tissue is stiffened. These cuts help relax the affected area, reduce tension from the curvature, and make the penis straighter.
A study published in the Asian Journal of Andrology on penile lengthening techniques associated with penile prosthesis analyzed 416 patients and reported an average increase in penile length, along with curvature correction.
The same publication also reported a hematoma incidence of approximately 20% and an infection rate of 0.24%, with no cases of glans necrosis.
Peyronie’s surgery: Do I need a penile prosthesis?
Erectile dysfunction is common in men with Peyronie’s disease. Curvature caused by scar tissue can alter penile structure and make it harder to achieve the blood flow needed for erection.
In such cases, a penile prosthesis may be indicated because the implant helps restore penetrative capacity. As Peyronie’s may progress over time, a prosthesis can be an option in selected cases to help restore sexual function.
Another point is that Peyronie’s progression may require surgical intervention at certain stages. In this context, a prosthesis can contribute to a more stable solution, according to medical evaluation.
Malleable penile prosthesis implant
The malleable penile prosthesis (also called semirigid) involves inserting flexible cylinders into the corpora cavernosa.
Its main feature is that it keeps the penis elongated yet flexible enough to be accommodated in underwear. For intercourse, the penis is positioned upward.
The cost of curvature correction with a malleable prosthesis ranges from R$ 2,000 to R$ 15,000.
Brazil’s public system (SUS) covers the procedure in specific cases, such as after radical prostatectomy, neurological conditions, or Peyronie’s associated with erectile dysfunction.
Inflatable penile prosthesis implant
An inflatable penile prosthesis has three components: a saline reservoir, a pump, and two cylinders.
It works by activating the pump to send saline into the cylinders — which creates rigidity.
The cost of surgery with an inflatable prosthesis varies by brand, facility, and surgical team costs. Many health plans cover this surgery.
Schedule your appointment with Dr. Paulo Egydio, Peyronie’s specialist
More than just knowing the cost, patients should understand that outcomes are closely linked to the surgeon’s technical quality.
Dr. Paulo Egydio is a urologist specializing in men’s health, with extensive experience treating Peyronie’s disease and performing penile implants. With over 6,000 surgeries, he is considered a reference in the field.
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