Failed Implant Surgery after two attempts

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Hawk

Quote from: Ian C on July 01, 2021, 03:09:23 AM
He did say that he had trouble getting the inserts in so that probably explains it.

Just for the benefit of the readers, what "inserts"?  I thought the only thing he put in was a new reservoir.  A 3-piece inflatable implant consists of:
- Reservoir - lower abdomen
- 2 Cylinders - Cavernosa of the penis shaft
- Pump - Scrotum
- Tubing from the pump to the reservoir and from the pump to the base of the cylinders

In your case, all components were implanted through the scrotum.  My understanding is an incision in the scrotum, then up through the Inguinal canal to the lower abdomen to place the reservoir.

Trauma above can cause blood to settle in the lowest collection point.  If the penis is kept pointed upmost bruising is in the scrotum especially when the cylinders were not changed.  I am also sure he told you to lay flat in bed for the first few days with your penis and scrotum above as much of the body as possible and to use ice.
Prostatectomy 2004, radiation 2009, currently 70 yrs old
After pills, injections, VED - Dr Eid, Titan 22cm implant 8/7/18
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Pfract

Encouraging to read that ''this one is working'' but you left me thinking about that comment on auto inflation. Are you concerned it could become permanent?

LeRoastBeef

That's great Ian, I'm sure he knows best with regard to the stitches, just a wee while longer now. You'll start regaining size. Just as you say, a marathon not a sprint. No point in rushing just to set yourself back!
33 years old, UK.
Erectile dysfunction,
Awaiting implantation

Stepone

Yes, best of luck Ian with your new implant.

I am so glad the surgeon was able to fix this problem for you.

StepOne
Nesbit surgery 2015, 66 years young, Titan Implant 4/25/19, 22cm, Dr. Lentz, Duke University NC

GaussRifle

This is unbelievable 😳  3 operations just to get your first implant working. IanC having a 3rd operation is no joke, or as easy as a walk in the park. It increases chances of infection and puts you at more risk unnecessarily. I would be livid with the doctor and be trying to spoil his vacation as much as possible.  I don't know how you can stay so calm.
26 year old
45-50 degree downward curve with an indentation on one side when erect.
Using RestoreX and Xiaflex injections
Taking coq10 with daily Cialis 5mg.

Hawk

This is an outrage!  This calls the competence of the surgeon into serious question. I just pulled his name off of our list.

I don't know what your legal options are in the UK but I would be contacting a lawyer and/or a patient advocate and contacting the manufacture as well.  You should not have had to experience what you have gone through.
Prostatectomy 2004, radiation 2009, currently 70 yrs old
After pills, injections, VED - Dr Eid, Titan 22cm implant 8/7/18
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Hawk

Quote from: Ian C on August 09, 2021, 03:45:12 AM
I guess if a few more people were open about their experiences your list would have a lot less names on it.

That is totally false.  There has been nothing comparable to this by any surgical patient on the forum.  
1. He dismissed your first complaints of a faulty implant and put off your appointment for weeks.
2. He mispositioned your original reservoir so it was actually visible.  That alone was incredible.
3. He got annoyed when you were left having to call the company
4. He replaced part of a faulty implant which is contraindicated with a failed implant
5. He has performed two totally unsuccessful surgeries in a row on you.

All of this is causing you a 3rd surgery at increased risk to you and less chance of a good outcome because you have had an un inflated penis for months after an implant.  

You are correct that he did have good results with one other patient on the forum.  No surgeon gets poor results on all surgeries or has 100% failure rates.  So far on the forum he has done 3 surgeries.  Two of them were unsuccessful and his actions with you were less than responsive.  Our surgeons list does not list surgeons who have more failed surgeries of members than successful surgeries.

Go back and read your journal.  I told you what was wrong the instant you said you squeezed your pump too hard and dented it.  The company instantly knew.  Your doctor put you off.
Prostatectomy 2004, radiation 2009, currently 70 yrs old
After pills, injections, VED - Dr Eid, Titan 22cm implant 8/7/18
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GaussRifle

I agree with Hawk completely. No one is denying that the doctor had nothing but good intentions for you but guess what, his intentions do not matter if he has no technical skill. I can pick a random person with no experience do surgery on you and say he only had good intentions.  This is blasphemy , I have never come across any journal mentioning replacing just part of the implant like hawk mentions. Three times to put the damn implant in working order ? I would be threatening the doctor and the rigicon representatives with legal action ASAP. Needs to have his license revoked spoiling and playing with peoples lives.  
26 year old
45-50 degree downward curve with an indentation on one side when erect.
Using RestoreX and Xiaflex injections
Taking coq10 with daily Cialis 5mg.

RichardWilson99

Have you considered getting another surgeons opinion on the situation with all the facts laid out? There may be something obvious your surgeon is missing that another can help with?  Just spitballing, I hate seeing you have to go through so many revisions in such a short time :(
31/Single
Injury Nov 2019, bend 15deg, loss of erections, dent and hard-flaccid
VED, cialis 5mg on/off
EQ medium (with pills), no NTE.  Lost 1+ inches length, lots in girth. Some loss of sensation. Considering implant to restore full sexual function