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Kohler, T.

Mayo Clinic

Mayo Clinic

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187 Testicular Pain – Not Always What it Seems: A Cross-sectional Assessment of Patients Presenting for Chronic Scrotal Content Pain at a Tertiary Care Center
Sischka, Michael, Hashby, E., Collins, C.S., Kohler, T., Helo, S., Ziegelmann, M., Collins, C. Scott, Kohler, T., Ziegelmann, M.

The Journal of Sexual Medicine | April 26, 2022 | Volume: 19 | Issue: Supplement_1 | Pages: S95-S95

10.1016/j.jsxm.2022.01.200 Get It

ABSTRACT Introduction Introduction:: Chronic scrotal content pain (CSCP) is generally defined by persistent and bothersome pain present for > 3-months. This symptom complex leads to frustration for patients and providers alike, as the underlying etiology varies and in many instances is unknown. Scrotal pain may arise from outside the scrotal contents, as is seen with musculoskeletal conditions involving the hips, lower back, and pelvic musculature. Identifying those patients who have signs or symptoms of a musculoskeletal etiology earlier in their clinical course will allow for a more streamlined treatment pathway and minimize the need for unnecessary referrals. Objective To review historical and examination findings in patients presenting to a tertiary care center for evaluation of chronic testicular pain. Methods We reviewed our clinical experience with referrals for surgical intervention for “chronic testicular pain” at a tertiary care medical center between July 2019 and October 2020. Prior to scheduling an appointment, patients are queried via a list of questions to gather additional information in order to determine whether specialist consultation is indicated. Pertinent information was collected including historical patient data, physical examination findings, laboratory and imaging results, and treatment as recommended by the assessing physician. In addition, we gathered data on the number of prior consults and interventions performed by outside clinicians. The data was summarized to present a cross-sectional representation of patients presenting for CSCP. Results In total, 126 patients were seen for a primary chief complaint of CSCP. Mean patient age was 45 years [standard deviation (SD) 15]. 31 (24%), 55 (44%), and 40 (32%) were self-referred or referred by their primary care provider or a urologist, respectively. 88 patients (70%) had seen at least one prior urologist. 22/126 (17%) reported bilateral testicular pain. 29 patients (24%) had undergone a prior unsuccessful surgical intervention for their pain. On examination, reproducible testicular tenderness was present in only 57 patients (45%), despite 109 patients (87%) stating testicular pain as their primary chief complaint. Digital rectal examination of the pelvic floor musculature was positive for tenderness in 31/126 patients (25%), suggesting a possible pelvic floor contribution. After thorough assessment, musculoskeletal etiologies were suspected to underlie CSCP in 49 patients (39%), prompting additional evaluation and/or referrals. This included 35 patients (28%) who were specifically referred to a pelvic floor physical therapy specialist. Surgery was recommended in 68/126 patients (54%), including microdenervation of the spermatic cord in 22% (after successful diagnostic spermatic cord block), and epididymectomy in 13%. Conclusions CSCP presents with a wide array of concurrent symptoms. The history and physical examination must include assessments for concurrent abdominal, back, hip, and other genital/pelvic pain that may lend towards an alternative non-urologic treatment pathway. Disclosure No
165 IPP Cylinder Extrusion. Our Experience and Approach
Habashy, E., Kohler, T.

The Journal of Sexual Medicine | April 26, 2022 | Volume: 19 | Issue: Supplement_1 | Pages: S84-S85

10.1016/j.jsxm.2022.01.179 Get It

ABSTRACT Introduction The inflatable penile prosthesis (IPP) is a widely accepted surgical treatment for refractory ED. It has the highest satisfaction rates of all ED treatment modalities; however, 7-8% of patients will require reoperations. Mechanical failure, infection, erosion, and extrusion are some of the common indications for reoperations. Objective Our video highlights our IPP revision approach that is aimed to lower the risk of future cylinder extrusion/displacement. We also share a rare case of a retained rear tip during device explanation. Methods Our video demonstrates our standard technique of obtaining corporal exposure, performing distal corporotomies to explant the cylinders, and utilizing long-acting sutures to prevent future device extrusion. We also demonstrate an encounter with a retained rear tip and our management approach in that scenario. Results Our video successfully demonstrates our intraoperative techniques and surgical approach during IPP revision procedures. It also highlights our experience with postoperative cylinder extrusion from 2017-2021. Conclusions Our surgical approach during IPP revision using distal corporotomies and long-acting absorbable sutures for corporotomy closure aims to reduce the risk of potential cylinder extrusion. The technique was developed based on our own experience with this complication. Disclosure Any of the authors act as a consultant, employee or shareholder of an industry for: Dr. Kohler is a consultant for Coloplast
164 SST and The Frozen Pump
Habashy, E., Kohler, T.

The Journal of Sexual Medicine | April 26, 2022 | Volume: 19 | Issue: Supplement_1 | Pages: S84-S84

10.1016/j.jsxm.2022.01.178 Get It

ABSTRACT Introduction Glanular hypermobility (GH) or supersonic transporter (SST) deformity are occasionally encountered during or after penile prosthesis (PP) implantation. The “frozen pump” is a phenomenon that patients experience postoperatively where they encounter difficulty inflating the device due to a rigid capsule formation around the pump leading to pump failure. Objective In our video we describe our surgical approach in the management of GH, and the Frankenstein technique we utilize to address a "frozen pump". Methods Our video demonstrates our standard technique of using permanent sutures to repair GH with bilateral distal dorsal anchoring sutures and a deep glans suture. It also demonstrates our Frankenstein pump revision technique where a different brand device component may be utilized to replace the original device pump to ease device inflation. Results Successful repair of GH/SST deformity and revision of a non-functioning PP pump. Conclusions Glanulopexy with permanent suture successfully corrects severe GH or SST in men with inflatable PP. Using different brand components to revise PP pump can be done without compromise to mechanical function. Disclosure Any of the authors act as a consultant, employee or shareholder of an industry for: Tobias Kohler is consultant for Coloplast