Rigi10™ Malleable Penile Prosthesis
Inflatable penile prostheses (IPPs) have revolutionized erectile dysfunction (ED) treatment since their introduction in the early 1970s. Today’s leading models, such as the Infla10 Pulse, offer advanced, anatomically adaptive designs with natural performance and patient-friendly control. Dr. Andrew C. Kramer, a renowned urologist and expert in prosthetic urology, discusses the benefits and mechanics of the three-piece IPP, a gold standard in surgical ED solutions.
This comprehensive overview explores how modern three-piece systems replicate natural function while providing patients with reliable, discreet control over their erectile function.
Reproducing Natural Function: The Three-Piece System
The three-piece IPP is composed of:
- Cylinders – Implanted within the corpora cavernosa to simulate erectile rigidity.
- Pump – Discreetly placed in the scrotum, allowing patients to manually control inflation and deflation.
- Reservoir – Concealed in the pelvic space, it stores saline used to inflate the cylinders.
“This device allows the penis to become fully flaccid or fully erect, giving men control over their sexual function in a way that closely mimics natural physiology.”
How It Works: From Flaccid to Firm, and Back
By compressing the pump, fluid is transferred from the reservoir to the cylinders, creating a firm erection. A one-touch deflation button allows the system to automatically release fluid back into the reservoir, restoring a flaccid state.
“Without the reservoir, the system couldn’t fully relax. The reservoir is what enables the extremes—complete flaccidity and complete rigidity.”
Modern Design Features for Enhanced Experience
Based on current product standards like the Infla10 Pulse system, several innovations stand out:
- Ergonomic, Easy-to-Locate Pump – “The circular design is intuitive—you can press anywhere to activate it. It’s smooth, responsive, and ideal for patients with limited hand strength or arthritis.”
- Anatomical Expansion with Tissue-Friendly Cylinders – “These cylinders work like tissue expanders—similar to breast implants. They gradually stretch penile tissue, potentially improving both length and girth over time.”
- Hydrophilic Coating for Safer Placement – “It’s incredibly slick, which helps during surgery and allows for better distal and proximal positioning. It can also be antibiotic-ready to help reduce infection risks.”
Patient-Centered Benefits
- Natural Function – Delivers a firm, natural-feeling erection and a fully flaccid state on demand.
- User-Friendly Design – Intuitive, low-force pump activation and single-touch deflation.
- Anatomical Adaptation – Adaptive cylinders with potential for size enhancement over time.
- Psychological Benefits – Clinically shown to improve confidence and relationship satisfaction.
Surgical Advantages
The advanced design offers several benefits for surgeons:
- 🔍 Enhanced Placement (Hydrophilic surfaces enable smoother, safer implantation)
- 📏 Versatile Sizing (Component sizing fits a wide range of anatomies)
- 🔄 Reduced Complications (Innovative engineering contributes to reduced infection and mechanical failure risk)
Closing Perspective
The three-piece inflatable penile prosthesis represents the culmination of decades of refinement in prosthetic urology, offering patients a solution that restores not just function, but quality of life.
“We’re offering patients a solution that restores more than function—it restores confidence. A slippery coating helps surgeons. An intuitive pump helps patients. A prosthesis that expands in both length and girth is a win for both.”
Final Thoughts
The three-piece inflatable penile prosthesis remains the most advanced and natural-feeling option for restoring erectile function in men with ED, particularly those unresponsive to medication or other interventions.
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