Testicular Prosthesis

When a male is born without a testicle or must have one removed due to injury or disease, a testicular prosthesis may be used.

What is a testicular prosthesis?

A prosthesis is any artificial device used to replace a body part. When a male is born without a testicle or must have one removed due to injury or disease, a doctor may implant a testicular prosthesis to fill in the empty space in the scrotum (the sac that contains the testicles). The prosthesis is used only to improve appearance and to calm psychological fears. It does not have any functions of a real testicle. More often than not, requests for a testicular prosthesis come from those who are born with and later lose a testicle, rather than from those who have always been missing a testicle.

Testicular prostheses have been in use since the 1940s. In the past they were made of a variety of materials. Now, however, they are mainly made of silicone rubber filled with either silicone gel or saline (salt water). A testicular prosthesis will have the weight, shape, and feel of a normal testicle and will be available in different sizes so that a good match is made to the patient’s body.

Frequently asked questions

What conditions or events can cause a missing testicle?

• Malformed or missing at birth
• Surgical removal due to injury, such as severe torsion (twisting)
• Failure to descend into the scrotum
• Removal due to infection
• Removal in order to treat testicular cancer
• As part of female-to-male gender reassignment surgery

What procedure is used to implant a testicular prosthesis?

• The patient is placed under either general (whole body) anesthesia or local anesthesia that will block sensation in the lower part of the body.
• The surgery may be performed on an outpatient basis or require only a brief stay in the hospital.
• An incision is usually made in the lower part of the groin or scrotum.
• A pouch will be created for the prosthesis.
• The implant is sewn or otherwise fixed into place so that it is in the correct position and will remain there.
• The incision is sewn shut.

Who is at high risk of complications from testicular prosthesis implantation?

Those with the following conditions face a higher risk of complications:

• Diabetics and those with a suppressed immune system, as their chances for infection are increased
• An already existing infection anywhere in the body
• Untreated cancer anywhere in the body
• Previous surgery on the scrotum

What are possible complications of testicular prosthesis implantation surgery?

Known complications of testicular prosthesis insertion include:

• Pain
• Infection
• Hematoma (pooling of blood in the scrotum)
• Dissatisfaction with appearance following surgery
• Scarring around the implant
• Shifting of the prosthesis out of position
• Rupture or leaking of the prosthesis
• The prosthesis being expelled from the body (this usually means that the device is infected)

Why choose Genesis Superspeciality Hospital for Testicular Prosthesis Surgery?

Genesis Superspeciality Hospital always prioritizes patient safety, comfort, and satisfaction throughout the treatment process. Dr. Raju R possess a remarkable history of achieving successful results and holds substantial expertise in Testicular Prosthesis surgery. With exceptional surgical outcomes and competitive pricing, our facility offers prompt surgical scheduling, minimizing patient wait times.