What happens to erectile tissue during implant surgery?

[robertm]

In the near future I will be speaking with a urologist about an implant. Thanks to all the information on FrankTalk, I will be armed with a lot of specific questions. However, one topic I haven't seen discussed much here is what happens to the corpus cavernosa during implant surgery? I thought that I've seen posts from guys whose doctor preserves some of the erectile tissue during implant surgery. Is that what most docs do or does it depend on the doctor? If that is done, has anyone noticed any natural engorgement even with an implant present?

[ThePlumber1964]

I do maintain enough tissue to feel semi morning woods. If I get too aroused, I experience great engorgement. I think that in most cases, the dilation compresses most of the tissue, so that is why a high number of people report some kind of engorgement.

[medhatg]

I do maintain enough tissue to feel semi morning woods. If I get too aroused, I experience great engorgement. I think that in most cases, the dilation compresses most of the tissue, so that is why a high number of people report some kind of engorgement.

Agreed. I do experience the same. To maintain that, please make sure that when you are not cycling or having sex, deflate the implant completely to avoid further atrophy in the glans and the erectile tissue. No point to be walking around with a hard-on unless you need it.

Matt