Revolutionizing Prosthetic Urology: Dr. Weinberg on ED and Incontinence Solutions

Erectile dysfunction affects millions of men, often in connection with chronic conditions such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease, or neurological disorders. Lifestyle factors—like smoking, alcohol use, or certain medications—also play a role.

While phosphodiesterase type 5 inhibitors (like sildenafil or tadalafil) are the first-line therapy, they don’t work for everyone. That’s when alternative treatments—vacuum erection devices, injections, and eventually penile prostheses—become essential.

“Implanting a penile prosthesis can be life-changing. Satisfaction rates exceed 90%—and for good reason.”

Malleable rods are manually bendable and always semi-rigid. While not as discreet, they offer simplicity and reliability. The Rigi10™ malleable prosthesis from Rigicon stands out with its hydrophilic coating and customizable sizing for optimized patient fit.

Inflatable prostheses provide a more natural erection. Rigicon’s Infla10® IPP is a three-piece system: cylinders in the corpora cavernosa, a pump in the scrotum, and a fluid reservoir in the abdomen or pelvis.

• Easy inflation and deflation for patient convenience
• Models tailored for girth and length expansion (Infla10® AX and X)
• Quick Connect™ system for secure, streamlined assembly

Stress urinary incontinence (SUI), especially post-prostatectomy, can severely impact daily life. When conservative methods fail, the artificial urinary sphincter (AUS) becomes the gold-standard solution.

Conti™ AUS by Rigicon mimics the natural sphincter’s function with:

• A urethral cuff for controlled compression
• A control pump in the scrotum for patient operation
• A pressure-regulating balloon reservoir for consistent performance

Patients regain control and confidence with a discreet and effective solution.

Rigicon’s product design emphasizes:

• 🔬 Hydrophilic coating for potential antibiotic absorption and reduced infection risk
• 📏 Adjustable components for better fit and patient-specific anatomy
• 🧰 Surgeon-friendly systems that streamline implantation

Devices include:

• 🔷 Rigi10™ Malleable Penile Prosthesis
• 🔷 Infla10® Inflatable Penile Prosthesis (including AX and X models)
• 🔷 Conti™ Artificial Urinary Sphincter
• 🔷 Testi10™ Testicular Implant

Each is crafted with usability, safety, and satisfaction in mind—for both surgeon and patient.

Successful implantation depends on precise surgical technique, patient selection, and ongoing care.

Complications are rare but can include:

• ⚠️ Infection – preventable with antibiotic protocols
• ⚠️ Mechanical malfunction – minimized with proper device selection
• ⚠️ Device erosion – rare with modern techniques

With Rigicon’s innovations, risk reduction strategies—such as antibiotic-friendly coatings—are built into every implant.

“Most patients resume sexual activity 4 to 8 weeks post-surgery and report natural-feeling results.”