The purpose of this study was to analyse long-term results of penile revasc
ularization using Hauri's method in 124 patients with a mean follow-up of 5
4 months. Of 176 patients undergoing this procedure, 124 were available for
detailed analysis. The patients ranged in age from 22 to 71. A total of 25
.8% of the patients (32/124) responded to intracavernous injection (ICI). P
ostoperatively, 74 patients (59.7%) exhibited spontaneous erections. Patien
ts were classified as 'satisfied' or 'dissatisfied'. In those who were sati
sfied, a high correlation was found (63/74 = 85%) between graft patency, as
judged by ultrasound, and erectile function. The benefit for nonresponders
to ICI (60/92) was higher than for responders (14/32). Only five of 12 dia
betics profited from penile revascularization. A serious complication was g
lans hyperemia in 9/124 cases (7%).
Based on this experience, the following indicators are recommended for case
selection: (i) nonresponder to ICI; (ii) age less than 55 years; (iii) non
diabetic; (iv) cavernous leakage excluded; (v) stenosis in the internal pud
endal artery.