
New penile implant designs are reliable, but in rare cases the implants malfunction. You might be at an increased risk of infection if you have a spinal cord injury or diabetes. As with any surgery, infection is possible.

In fact, with an implant, your erect penis might seem slightly shorter than it used to be. Penile implants also won't make your penis any larger than it is at the time of surgery. While penile implants allow men to get an erection, they don't increase sexual desire or sensation.

Diabetes that isn't well controlled or significant heart disease.An infection, such as a pulmonary infection or urinary tract infection.Your health care provider might caution against penile implants if you have:

Penile implants can also be used to treat severe cases of a condition that causes scarring inside the penis, leading to curved, painful erections (Peyronie's disease). You might consider penile implants if you aren't a candidate for other treatments or you can't get an erection sufficient for sexual activity by using other methods. For most men, erectile dysfunction can be successfully treated with medications or use of a penis pump (vacuum constriction device).
