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data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"The Art of the Redo_ Penile Implant Revision\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/drsoaraweeurology.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/The-Art-of-the-Redo_-Penile-Implant-Revision.jpg?fit=800%2C600&amp;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/drsoaraweeurology.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/The-Art-of-the-Redo_-Penile-Implant-Revision.jpg?resize=800%2C600&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Infographic on penile implant revision surgery \u2014 the art of the redo, when and why a penile prosthesis is replaced or revised\" class=\"wp-image-10630\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/drsoaraweeurology.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/The-Art-of-the-Redo_-Penile-Implant-Revision.jpg?w=800&amp;ssl=1 800w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/drsoaraweeurology.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/The-Art-of-the-Redo_-Penile-Implant-Revision.jpg?resize=300%2C225&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/drsoaraweeurology.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/The-Art-of-the-Redo_-Penile-Implant-Revision.jpg?resize=768%2C576&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/drsoaraweeurology.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/The-Art-of-the-Redo_-Penile-Implant-Revision.jpg?resize=16%2C12&amp;ssl=1 16w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The art of the redo: when and why a penile implant is revised, and how skilled surgeons restore it.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A penile implant is one of the greatest quality-of-life advances in men&#8217;s health, with very high satisfaction rates. But like any sophisticated piece of machinery placed inside the body, it can occasionally shift, malfunction, or run into trouble years down the road. When that happens, fixing it is a special art form \u2014 it takes a surgeon who is part artist, part mechanic, and part detective all at once.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At the <strong>American Urological Association (AUA) 2026 meeting<\/strong> in Washington, DC, while shadowing <strong>Professor Mohit Khera<\/strong> \u2014 a global leader in men&#8217;s health \u2014 I sat in on one of the most practical and eye-opening sessions of the entire conference: a panel of six elite surgeons discussing what happens when a penile implant needs a &#8220;redo.&#8221; Let me share the most useful lessons from that fascinating session, translated into plain English.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" data-attachment-id=\"10854\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/drsoaraweeurology.com\/ko\/penile-implant-revision-surgery-operating-room-team\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/drsoaraweeurology.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/penile-implant-revision-surgery-operating-room-team.jpg?fit=1200%2C800&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"1200,800\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"penile-implant-revision-surgery-operating-room-team\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"&lt;p&gt;Revision (redo) implant surgery demands an experienced, high-volume surgical team.&lt;\/p&gt;\n\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/drsoaraweeurology.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/penile-implant-revision-surgery-operating-room-team.jpg?fit=800%2C534&amp;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/drsoaraweeurology.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/penile-implant-revision-surgery-operating-room-team.jpg?resize=800%2C533&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Surgical team performing an operation in a sterile operating room, illustrating the specialized teamwork behind penile implant revision surgery\" class=\"wp-image-10854\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/drsoaraweeurology.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/penile-implant-revision-surgery-operating-room-team.jpg?w=1200&amp;ssl=1 1200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/drsoaraweeurology.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/penile-implant-revision-surgery-operating-room-team.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/drsoaraweeurology.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/penile-implant-revision-surgery-operating-room-team.jpg?resize=1024%2C683&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/drsoaraweeurology.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/penile-implant-revision-surgery-operating-room-team.jpg?resize=768%2C512&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/drsoaraweeurology.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/penile-implant-revision-surgery-operating-room-team.jpg?resize=18%2C12&amp;ssl=1 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Revision (redo) implant surgery demands an experienced, high-volume surgical team.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">First, Why Would an Implant Ever Need Revision?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A standard penile implant has three hidden parts: two cylinders inside the penis, a small pump in the scrotum, and a fluid reservoir tucked deep in the pelvis. Most implants work beautifully for many years. But occasionally a part can wear out, shift position, or the surrounding tissue can change \u2014 and that&#8217;s when a revision (a &#8220;redo&#8221; surgery) may be needed. The good news: in skilled hands, almost every one of these problems can be fixed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Lesson 1: The Mystery of the Wandering Reservoir<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One memorable case involved a man who suddenly noticed a painless bulge in his scrotum, and his previously perfect implant stopped working. During surgery, the team found a surprise: an old, abandoned reservoir from a previous implant had drifted down into the scrotum.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here&#8217;s the background. In the past, when an old implant failed, some surgeons would simply leave the old reservoir in place (rather than digging it out of scar tissue) and put a new one elsewhere. Usually these abandoned parts stay safely put. But sometimes \u2014 after heavy coughing, straining, or lifting \u2014 they can slip out of position and migrate. The lesson the panel emphasized: you can&#8217;t just push it back. A careful surgeon must identify which part belongs to the working device, remove the leftover hardware, and secure the functional reservoir in a stable new home so it never wanders again.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Lesson 2: Operating on Scar Tissue Is a Different Game<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Every time a surgeon operates, the body forms scar tissue around the implant. In a man who has never had surgery before, the tissue is soft and predictable. But in a revision, the tissue is thick, stiff, and far less forgiving.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This changes everything for the surgeon. The tougher, less elastic tissue means incisions must be closed with especially strong, careful stitching so the device stays securely in place. And because scarred tissue heals more slowly, men having a revision are often advised to wait a bit longer before using their device for the first time, compared to first-time patients. That extra healing window helps everything settle firmly into place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Lesson 3: Sometimes the Device Is Fine \u2014 It&#8217;s About Confidence<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Not every complaint means a broken device. One particularly insightful case involved a man a few months after a textbook-perfect implant surgery. The device was symmetric, well-positioned, and inflated and deflated flawlessly in the clinic \u2014 yet he was distressed, struggling to achieve a firm enough erection for intimacy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The culprit? Often it&#8217;s simply <strong>under-inflation<\/strong>. Many men, afraid of hurting themselves or damaging the device, don&#8217;t pump it firmly enough. They squeeze three or four times, feel some resistance, and assume that&#8217;s as hard as it gets. In reality, a modern implant can safely handle far more \u2014 sometimes it takes 10, 15, or even 20 firm squeezes to reach full rigidity. The panel suggested a simple, non-surgical checklist before ever considering a redo:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>An in-office demonstration:<\/strong> The doctor has the patient pump the device and counts the squeezes together, often showing him he can press much harder and more times than he realized. That &#8220;aha&#8221; moment is incredibly common.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Checking body shape:<\/strong> Excess belly fat can drape over the base of the penis and &#8220;bury&#8221; part of the shaft, shortening its usable length even when the implant is fully firm.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Simple positional advice:<\/strong> If anatomy is the issue, experimenting with different positions can solve the problem without any surgery at all.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" data-attachment-id=\"10852\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/drsoaraweeurology.com\/ko\/mens-health-consultation-penile-implant-bangkok\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/drsoaraweeurology.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/mens-health-consultation-penile-implant-bangkok.jpg?fit=1200%2C800&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"1200,800\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"mens-health-consultation-penile-implant-bangkok\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"&lt;p&gt;Many implant concerns are solved in the office \u2014 no surgery needed.&lt;\/p&gt;\n\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/drsoaraweeurology.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/mens-health-consultation-penile-implant-bangkok.jpg?fit=800%2C534&amp;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/drsoaraweeurology.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/mens-health-consultation-penile-implant-bangkok.jpg?resize=800%2C533&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Doctor in consultation with a male patient in a clinic office, representing a men's health check for penile implant function\" class=\"wp-image-10852\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/drsoaraweeurology.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/mens-health-consultation-penile-implant-bangkok.jpg?w=1200&amp;ssl=1 1200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/drsoaraweeurology.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/mens-health-consultation-penile-implant-bangkok.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/drsoaraweeurology.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/mens-health-consultation-penile-implant-bangkok.jpg?resize=1024%2C683&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/drsoaraweeurology.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/mens-health-consultation-penile-implant-bangkok.jpg?resize=768%2C512&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/drsoaraweeurology.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/mens-health-consultation-penile-implant-bangkok.jpg?resize=18%2C12&amp;ssl=1 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Many implant concerns are solved in the office \u2014 no surgery needed.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Lesson 4: When a Cylinder Drifts Out of Place<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The cylinders of an implant are meant to rest neatly under the head of the penis. Occasionally, a cylinder tip can drift to the side or push inward, causing visible asymmetry or a deformity. Even when there&#8217;s no pain, this usually needs correction, because uneven pressure can eventually cause discomfort or tissue problems during intercourse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A wonderful pearl came from a legendary surgeon in the audience, who insisted on one golden rule: <strong>always get an MRI before revision surgery for a misplaced cylinder.<\/strong> Why? Because inside a scarred, previously operated penis, you can&#8217;t rely on touch alone. An MRI gives the surgeon a high-resolution road map \u2014 showing exactly where the old cylinder traveled, where the true chamber lies, and where healthy tissue ends. Going in blind invites complications; going in with a map ensures the surgeon knows every turn before the first incision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" data-attachment-id=\"10853\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/drsoaraweeurology.com\/ko\/mri-scan-before-penile-implant-revision-surgery\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/drsoaraweeurology.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/mri-scan-before-penile-implant-revision-surgery.jpg?fit=1200%2C800&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"1200,800\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"mri-scan-before-penile-implant-revision-surgery\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"&lt;p&gt;An MRI gives the surgeon a high-resolution road map before revising a misplaced cylinder.&lt;\/p&gt;\n\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/drsoaraweeurology.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/mri-scan-before-penile-implant-revision-surgery.jpg?fit=800%2C534&amp;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/drsoaraweeurology.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/mri-scan-before-penile-implant-revision-surgery.jpg?resize=800%2C533&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"MRI scanner in a hospital radiology room, representing the pre-operative imaging used to map anatomy before penile implant revision surgery\" class=\"wp-image-10853\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/drsoaraweeurology.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/mri-scan-before-penile-implant-revision-surgery.jpg?w=1200&amp;ssl=1 1200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/drsoaraweeurology.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/mri-scan-before-penile-implant-revision-surgery.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/drsoaraweeurology.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/mri-scan-before-penile-implant-revision-surgery.jpg?resize=1024%2C683&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/drsoaraweeurology.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/mri-scan-before-penile-implant-revision-surgery.jpg?resize=768%2C512&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/drsoaraweeurology.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/mri-scan-before-penile-implant-revision-surgery.jpg?resize=18%2C12&amp;ssl=1 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">An MRI gives the surgeon a high-resolution road map before revising a misplaced cylinder.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When a cylinder needs repositioning, surgeons can rebuild and reinforce the chamber, and even anchor the cylinder tip securely so it can never slip again. The panel had a lively, honest debate about which device brand handles these tricky repairs best when the tissue is weakened \u2014 a reminder that experienced surgeons constantly weigh these fine details for each individual patient.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Lesson 5: The Most Complex Cases Need a Whole Team<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The final case was a true test of clinical skill: a man with a very complicated medical history, including organ transplants, who had suffered a serious injury and significant deformity of a previous implant. His situation showed that revision surgery is never just about the penis \u2014 it&#8217;s about the whole person.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Because he was on lifelong anti-rejection medication that impairs healing and raises infection risk, the surgeon&#8217;s very first step wasn&#8217;t picking up a scalpel \u2014 it was picking up the phone to coordinate with his transplant team. The panel was emphatic: in a high-risk patient like this, you must work hand-in-hand with the other specialists, carefully timing and adjusting medications to give the body the best chance to heal. If the transplant team isn&#8217;t comfortable, the surgery waits. This kind of multidisciplinary teamwork is the hallmark of safe, thoughtful care.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Real Takeaway: Revision Is a Restoration<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Watching those six master surgeons work through these cases, one truth stood out. In textbooks, surgery looks like a series of clean lines and perfect outcomes. But real life is messy \u2014 bodies cough, tissues scar, accidents happen, and devices shift. The true mark of an expert urologist isn&#8217;t just placing an implant perfectly the first time. It&#8217;s having the humility, the analytical mind, and the technical versatility to step into a complex, scarred situation and rebuild it into something that works beautifully again.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Revision surgery isn&#8217;t just a mechanical repair \u2014 it&#8217;s a profound restoration of a man&#8217;s confidence, identity, and dignity. The most important message for any man worried about an implant problem: these issues are fixable, and the single best thing you can do is place your care in the hands of an experienced specialist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you have a penile implant that isn&#8217;t working the way it should, or you have questions about implant surgery and revision options, Dr. Soarawee Weerasopone offers thoughtful, individualized consultations in men&#8217;s health and prosthetic urology at Bangkok Hospital Headquarters. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bangkokhospital.com\/en\/bangkok\/doctor\/dr-soarawee-weerasopone-2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Book a Consultation<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why might a penile implant need revision surgery?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Most penile implants work well for many years, but occasionally a revision (&#8220;redo&#8221;) surgery is needed. Common reasons include a part wearing out or leaking, a component such as the reservoir or cylinder shifting out of position, scar tissue affecting function, or rare mechanical problems. In experienced hands, nearly all of these issues can be successfully corrected, restoring both function and confidence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">My implant feels like it isn&#8217;t firm enough \u2014 is it broken?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Not necessarily. A very common reason for a &#8220;soft&#8221; erection with a working implant is simply under-inflation \u2014 many men don&#8217;t pump the device firmly enough out of fear of hurting themselves or damaging it. A modern implant can safely handle far more pressure, and it sometimes takes 10 to 20 firm squeezes to reach full rigidity. Before considering surgery, your urologist can demonstrate the proper technique in the office, which often solves the problem completely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Is revision surgery more difficult than the first implant?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes, revision surgery is generally more complex. Previous surgery creates scar tissue that is thicker and less elastic, making the operation more demanding and requiring extra care with closure and healing. Patients undergoing a revision are often advised to wait a bit longer before using the device for the first time. This is exactly why revision cases are best handled by an experienced, high-volume implant surgeon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why is an MRI sometimes recommended before revision surgery?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In a previously operated penis, scar tissue makes it impossible to rely on touch alone to know where everything lies. An MRI provides a detailed anatomical road map, showing the surgeon exactly where an old cylinder traveled, where the true chamber is, and where healthy tissue begins and ends. This greatly improves safety and precision, helping the surgeon plan every step before making the first incision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What makes a good surgeon for penile implant revision?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Revision surgery requires advanced skill, careful planning, and experience working in scarred, complex anatomy. A good revision surgeon is a high-volume specialist who performs these procedures regularly, uses imaging like MRI when needed, knows the strengths of different devices, and coordinates with other specialists for medically complex patients. Choosing an experienced expert is the single most important factor for a safe, successful outcome.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\">\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n  \"mainEntity\": [\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"Why might a penile implant need revision surgery?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"Most penile implants work well for many years, but occasionally a revision (redo) surgery is needed. Common reasons include a part wearing out or leaking, a component such as the reservoir or cylinder shifting out of position, scar tissue affecting function, or rare mechanical problems. 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