Volume 27, Issue 2 (March 2025) 27, 156–165; 10.4103/aja202460
Intralesional and topical treatments for Peyronie’s disease: a narrative review of current knowledge
Minore, Antonio1; Cacciatore, Loris1; Presicce, Fabrizio2; Iannuzzi, Andrea1; Testa, Antonio1; Raso, Gianluigi1; Papalia, Rocco1; Martini, Marco2; Scarpa, Roberto Mario1; Esperto, Francesco1
1Department of Urology, Campus Bio-Medico, University of Rome, Rome 00128, Italy
2Department of Urology, San Filippo Neri Hospital, Rome 00135, Italy
Correspondence: Dr. F Presicce (fabriziopresicce@libero.it)
Originally published: August 23, 2024 Received: December 17, 2023 Accepted: May 27, 2024
Abstract |
Peyronie’s disease (PD) presents a multifaceted challenge in contemporary urological practice, marked by penile deformity, pain, and the potential for erectile dysfunction. We meticulously explored the existing literature of intralesional/topical interventions, aiming to provide clinicians with a nuanced understanding of available options for comprehensive PD management. To conduct this review, we performed a systematic search using the PubMed, Scopus, and ScienceDirect databases, including the keywords of combination of the “Peyronie’s disease/plastic induration of the penis (PIP) and intralesional/topical treatments”. The study selection was based on adherence to the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) guidelines, resulting in the inclusion of 16 articles. We delve into the effectiveness and safety profiles of collagenase Clostridium histolyticum (CCH), interferon, platelet-rich plasma (PRP), hyaluronic acid, botulinum toxin, stem cell, extracorporeal shock wave therapy (ESWT), and traction therapy, assessing their impact on penile curvature, length improvement, and patient-reported symptoms and outcomes. The best options evaluated are intralesional injections of CCH and penile traction devices, alone or in combination. Despite PD remains a challenge for urologists, the objective of this review is to contribute to the evolving landscape of PD management, fostering informed decision-making, and personalized care for individuals grappling with this challenging condition.
Keywords: collagenase; induratio penis plastic; interferon; intralesional/topical treatments; penile traction; Peyronie’s disease
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