The Procedure Preference: Outpatient vs. Inpatient in the Penile Implant Market
Description: An analysis of the two main deployment methods—outpatient and inpatient procedures—and how patient and healthcare system preferences are influencing market dynamics for penile implants.
The deployment of penile implants primarily occurs through two methods: outpatient and inpatient procedures. Historically, penile implant surgery was largely an inpatient procedure, requiring an overnight stay for monitoring and post-operative care. This remains a common approach, especially for complex cases or patients with significant comorbidities.
However, a notable trend in the Penile Implant Market is the rising preference for outpatient procedures. Advancements in surgical techniques, anesthesia, and post-operative pain management protocols have made it safer and more feasible to perform the procedure in an ambulatory surgical center (ASC) setting.
The shift toward outpatient procedures is driven by multiple factors, including lower costs for the patient and the healthcare system, and a quicker return to the home environment. This increasing focus on cost-effectiveness and patient convenience is an important driver influencing how and where penile implant surgeries are performed and will continue to shape the structure of the Penile Implant Market.