Premature ejaculation is among the most common sexual dysfunctions we encounter in men. This issue, which reduces a person's own quality of life, also negatively affects the partner and the couple's relationship. There are numerous treatment alternatives for premature ejaculation, such as behavioral therapy applications, medical treatments, and local anesthetic creams. However, these treatments may not provide successful results in some cases. In such situations, selective dorsal nerve cryoablation stands out as a modern treatment procedure. Operating in Adana, Özel Yaşam Merkezi has explained for you what selective dorsal nerve cryoablation is, how it is applied, who it is suitable for, and what its risks and advantages are.
What is Selective Dorsal Nerve Cryoablation in Premature Ejaculation Treatment?
Selective Dorsal Nerve Cryoablation is based on the principle of controlled freezing of specific branches of the dorsal penile nerves, which carry sensations from the penis, thereby reducing sensitivity. It is a minimally invasive treatment procedure.
The sensory function of the penis is largely provided by the dorsal penile nerve. These nerves transmit touch stimuli from the glans and penile skin to the central nervous system. This triggers the ejaculation reflex.
In some men, excessive sensitivity of these nerves leads to premature ejaculation problems. The cryoablation process ensures that a portion of the nerve branches is temporarily blocked and deactivated. This reduces penile sensitivity and extends the time to ejaculation.
In Which Situations is Selective Dorsal Nerve Cryoablation Applied?
Selective Dorsal Nerve Cryoablation is not a suitable treatment method for everyone experiencing premature ejaculation. This method can be applied for:
- Patients experiencing lifelong premature ejaculation problems
- Patients who have not achieved results from medical treatments, therapy applications, and local anesthetic creams
- Patients experiencing obvious hypersensitivity in the glans (head of the penis)
- Patients who do not experience erectile dysfunction.
What is the Difference Between Selective Dorsal Nerve Cryoablation and Selective Dorsal Neurectomy?
Both selective dorsal nerve cryoablation and selective dorsal neurectomy procedures aim to reduce sensitivity in the sensory nerves of the penis to treat premature ejaculation. The difference lies in the method of application. Selective dorsal neurectomy is a surgical procedure performed by cutting a portion of the dorsal nerve branches of the penis and aims for a permanent treatment. In contrast, in the selective dorsal cryoablation method, the function of the nerves is temporarily reduced using low temperatures. It is a less invasive intervention. Both treatment methods reduce hypersensitivity in the glans, thereby extending the ejaculation time. The decision on which treatment method to apply is made by considering the patient's clinical condition.
How is the Selective Dorsal Nerve Cryoablation Procedure Performed?
First, the patient undergoes a comprehensive urological examination. The patient's sexual functions and ejaculation time are evaluated. If treatment is decided upon, the procedure area is numbed using the local anesthesia method. Subsequently, the nerve branches to which cryoablation will be applied are identified. Then, using a special probe, low temperatures are applied to the targeted nerve branch to reduce nerve conduction. Patients are kept under observation for a short time and are generally discharged from the hospital on the same day. The selective dorsal nerve cryoablation procedure is generally completed within a short period of twenty to thirty minutes. Patients can continue their daily lives from where they left off after the treatment.
What is the Effectiveness of Selective Dorsal Nerve Cryoablation in Premature Ejaculation Treatment?
Scientific studies show that interventional methods applied to the dorsal nerve can extend the ejaculation time. With this treatment, patients can improve their ejaculation control and increase their level of sexual satisfaction.
Some clinical studies on this subject indicate that the average ejaculation time increases by several times after treatment. The effectiveness and success of the treatment vary for each patient.
What Are the Advantages of Selective Dorsal Nerve Cryoablation?
To list the advantages provided by selective dorsal nerve cryoablation treatment:
- It is a minimally invasive procedure
- It can be performed under the effect of local anesthesia
- Patients can be discharged from the hospital on the same day
- It reduces dependence on medication use
- The ability for the patient to quickly return to daily life activities is considered among the advantages of selective dorsal nerve cryoablation
- It is considered an attractive option, especially for patients who are hesitant about surgical treatments.
What Are the Possible Risks and Side Effects of Selective Dorsal Nerve Cryoablation?
Every medical treatment procedure carries some risks within itself. If we need to mention the risks of the dorsal nerve cryoablation method:
- Formation of temporary swelling and redness in the area where the procedure was applied
- A slight feeling of numbness in the region
- Temporary changes in nerve conduction can be listed.
However, these effects are short-term and temporary. They mostly show spontaneous improvement without any intervention. In selective dorsal nerve cryoablation performed by an experienced and specialized physician under the correct conditions, the probability of encountering a serious complication is low.
What is the Recovery Process After a Selective Dorsal Nerve Cryoablation Procedure?
Following this treatment, patients experience a fast and comfortable recovery process. A large portion of patients can return to their daily lives within the first 24 hours. A few weeks may be needed to ensure full recovery. Results can be fully seen and evaluated within two to three months. In this process, it is of great importance to follow the doctor's suggestions and instructions and not to miss follow-up appointments.
Selective Dorsal Nerve Cryoablation Prices
Selective Dorsal Nerve Cryoablation prices are shaped according to the patient's requirements, the equipment to be used in the treatment, and the expertise and experience of the doctor. To get up-to-date and clear information about selective dorsal nerve cryoablation prices, you can contact Özel Yaşam Merkezi, which serves its patients in Adana.
Provinces Where We Provide Selective Dorsal Nerve Cryoablation Services
Özel Yaşam Merkezi, in its Adana-based clinic, provides selective dorsal nerve cryoablation services to patients coming from surrounding provinces such as Mersin, Hatay, Osmaniye, Konya, Kayseri, and Gaziantep, as well as to patients coming from different parts of the world within the scope of health tourism.
