The aim of this study is to report on penile rehabilitation in lymphedema of the penis with a new compression mechanism and the implantation of a penile prosthesis for sexual rehabilitation. The case of a 72-year-old patient with a history of edema of the penis for 6 years is reported. The patient reported that he had had periods of edema and redness and that the swelling had worsened over time. A clinical diagnosis of lymphedema of unknown etiology was made; the hypotheses were that the etiology was late congenital lymphedema of the penis or lymphedema aggravated by inflammation and/or infection. A new compression mechanism made using a cotton-polyester fabric (low elasticity and ribbed) was employed. The continued use of compression therapy led to almost complete reduction of the edema and the patient tried to return to be sexually active. A specific medication was used for erectile dysfunction; however, it resulted in no improvement and so a penile prosthesis was implanted.

Keywords:
Lymphedema, Penile rehabilitation, Sexual rehabilitation
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