Penis kalınlaştırıcı bir yöntem olarak düşük yoğunluklu ekstrakorporeal şok dalga tedavisi kullanılabilir mi?

OBJECTIVE: The objective of this study is to investigate the feasibility of low-intensity extracorporeal shock wave therapy (Li-ESWT) as a penile thickening method. MATERIAL and METHODS: The study population included 30 patients with erectile dysfunction. The mean age of the patients was 47 (range 26–57). The sexual function level of the patients was measured and recorded in both the flaccid and erect states, with the International Index of Erectile Function (IIEF-5) scoring used as the metric. Penile length and diameter were also measured and recorded. The treatment was administered once a week for a total of six sessions, with 3,000 shock waves delivered. RESULTS: No statistically significant change was observed in penile length in either the flaccid or erect state after the treatment. However, a 6% and 7% increase was observed in the diameter of the flaccid and erect penis, respectively (p <0.001). CONCLUSION: Li-ESWT can be utilized as a non-invasive method for penile thickening, serving as an alternative to filler injections or surgical procedures that carry significant risks. Keywords: penis, erectile dysfunction, extracorporeal shock wave therapy