Though surgical restoration of sexual function can be both effective and reliable, potential candidates need to understand the compromise inherent in this approach. Each surgical procedure has its own specific risks. It is possible, however to review the more common risks in broader terms, as they apply to surgery for Peyronie s disease in general. The loss of elasticity or extensibility that occurs with the disease can reduce the length of the erection, and postoperative changes can do the same. Surgery cannot completely restore the penis to its former length or condition.
Some procedures shorten the penis more than others.
Likewise, some surgical options are more effective in completely straightening curvature. Still, every operation carries the risk of less than perfect straightening. Due to the anatomical location of sensory nerves in the penis, surgery can interfere with skin sensation. While temporary changes in sensation are common, permanent sensory loss is rare. Counteracting the relative shortage of tunica albuginea on the concave side straightens the penis, though length is reduced slightly as a consequence.