Diabetes and the Risk of Infection with a Penile Implant

Men with diabetes who are considering a penile prosthesis (erection prosthesis) often wonder whether their diabetes increases the risk of infection after the procedure. Dr. Sam Ward contributed to this systematic review and meta-analysis—a synthesis of all available scientific literature—on the relationship between diabetes, blood sugar control, and the risk of infection associated with penile prostheses.

Authors: Corona G, Capogrosso P, Lee WGD, Osmonov D, Van Renterghem K, Romero Otero J, Ward S, Salonia A, Reisman Y, Bettocchi C, Maggi M, Fode M.

Journal: Journal of Sexual Medicine, 2026

Publication Date: January 5, 2026

DOI: 10.1093/jsxmed/qdaf340

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