Penile Length and Its Preservation in Men After Radical Prostatectomy

Penile changes (most prominently shortening) after radical prostatectomy (RP) can negatively influence body image and quality of life. Here, we review the relevance of penile length to sexual satisfaction, the etiology of penile shortening after RP, and interventions that may preserve penile length. Most studies measure flaccid stretched penile length from the penopubic skin junction to the glans tip; however, the technique reportedly...