Pelvic surgeries, particularly radical prostatectomy, may result in erectile dysfunction due to nerve injury. Early penile rehabilitation aims to preserve erectile tissue integrity and promote functional recovery.
Strategies include phosphodiesterase type 5 inhibitors, vacuum erection devices, and intracavernosal injections. Regular induction of erections may prevent corporal fibrosis and maintain oxygenation.
Guidelines from the European Association of Urology recommend early intervention tailored to individual risk profiles.
Structured rehabilitation programs enhance long-term erotic outcomes.
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