Peyronie’s Disease Treatment with High Intensity Shock Wave
- Peyronie's Disease Treatment with High Intensity Shock Wave
- Application Process of High Intensity Shock Wave Therapy (ESWT)
- Combination of High Intensity Shock Wave Therapy and Stem Cell Therapy
- Who is High Intensity Shock Wave Therapy (ESWT) Suitable For?
- Advantages of High Intensity Shock Wave Therapy
- Conclusion
Peyronie’s disease is a disorder characterized by calcium deposits, progressive calcification, and tissue loss in the sheath structures that help the penis become erect. This condition is especially common in older men and men with diabetes.
Various methods are used in the treatment of Peyronie’s disease, depending on the stage and severity of the disease. In the early stages, successful results can be achieved with drug therapy and high-intensity shock wave therapy.
High-intensity shock wave therapy (ESWT) stands out as a safe and effective method for the treatment of Peyronie’s disease. In this method, high-energy sound waves are applied to the Peyronie’s plaques, softening and breaking them up.
Application Process of High Intensity Shock Wave Therapy (ESWT)
Before ESWT, the borders and thickness of the Peyronie’s plaque are determined by superficial ultrasonography, which provides information about the size and depth of the plaques. In this way, the treatment dose is adjusted individually, taking into account the plaque size, disease stage and penile curvature.
During this treatment, which is applied in sessions, a local anesthetic cream is applied to the penis. After the cream is applied, the patient is waited for about 20 minutes for the anesthetic effect to be fully achieved and then taken to the procedure room. With this step, after sufficient numbness is achieved in the penis, shock wave energy is started and the session is completed in approximately 15-20 minutes.
Combination of High Intensity Shock Wave Therapy and Stem Cell Therapy
Stem cell therapy is another advanced application that plays an important role in the treatment of Peyronie’s disease. Ultrasonic stem cell injection between ESWT sessions supports regeneration and healing in Peyronie’s plaques. While shock wave therapy causes the plaques to break down, stem cell application encourages healthy tissue development between the broken plaques. As a result, the plaques are reduced and the penile curvature is corrected.
Who is High Intensity Shock Wave Therapy (ESWT) Suitable For?
High-intensity shock wave therapy is particularly suitable for people with early-stage Peyronie’s disease. Patients who have pain, curvature, and erectile dysfunction in their penis; and who are looking for an alternative treatment to surgery may benefit from this method. In advanced stages or complex cases, the effectiveness of the treatment may vary depending on individual factors. Therefore, it is important to have a comprehensive andrological evaluation before starting treatment.
Advantages of High Intensity Shock Wave Therapy
One of the biggest advantages of this method is that Peyronie’s disease can be treated without the need for surgery. Visible improvements are achieved, such as correction of the curvature angle and inability to feel the plaques. While pain is reduced to a minimum during the treatment process, the quality of daily life is not affected. Patients can continue their normal lives during or between treatment days. When high-intensity shock wave therapy is combined with ultrasonic stem cell application, tissue regeneration is achieved, making it possible to completely cure the disease in the long term.
Conclusion
High-intensity shock wave therapy offers a less risky and easier-to-apply option for the treatment of Peyronie’s disease than surgery. This method, which is especially effective in the early stages, is a comfortable treatment alternative for patients.