Study seeks to unlock secrets of penile implant pump misuse

NCT ID NCT04390230

First seen Jun 29, 2026 · Last updated Jun 30, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study investigates why some men have difficulty using the pump of their inflatable penile prosthesis after surgery, leading to dissatisfaction. Researchers will look at factors like age, weight, pump type, and whether patients saw a demonstration before surgery. The goal is to help doctors better prepare patients and improve outcomes.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

Inflatable penile prosthesis implantation

What this could lead to

If successful, this could help doctors identify which patients might have trouble using the pump, leading to better pre-surgery counseling and higher satisfaction.

What could go wrong

This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It identifies risk factors but does not test a new intervention, so it may not directly improve outcomes.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

erectile dysfunction Personal Satisfaction

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • CHU de Nice

    RECRUITING

    Nice, 06300, France

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