PURPOSE

The aim of this study is to review the current literature that reports outcomes of Peyronie's disease (PD) reconstructive surgery using the collagen fleece TachoSil (Baxter, CA, USA), a novel graft that has self-adhesive properties and gained popularity in recent years.

METHODS

A literature review was performed through PubMed between 2013 and 2018 regarding the use of TachoSil in PD penile reconstructive surgery. Keywords used for the search were: Peyronie's disease, surgical therapy, surgical outcomes, grafting techniques, graft materials, collagen fleece, surgical patch, and TachoSil.

RESULTS

Grafting procedures are indicated for men with PD and preserved erectile function. TachoSil is a novel graft used for defect closure after tunical incision or partial plaque excision. Long-term results of this technique are encouraging and reliable. One major advantage over other grafts is that the TachoSil does not require suture fixation leading to significantly decreased operative times. Another indication is residual curvature correction by plaque incision and grafting/sealing with TachoSil during penile prosthesis implantation in patients with PD and severe erectile dysfunction. Besides reduced operative times, the major advantage is that there is no risk of device puncture because of the self-adhesive properties of the TachoSil.

CONCLUSIONS

The TachoSil has emerged as a safe, reliable, and promising graft in PD reconstructive surgery. Until now, this graft has met the expectations as a durable and effective graft, not only for grafting techniques but also for residual curvature correction during penile prosthesis implantation. However, future research is encouraged, preferably within prospective multicenter studies.