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CHIRURGIE DE CHANGEMENT DE GENRE HOMME À FEMME

Durée moyenne de séjour à Istanbul

20 jours

Durée du séjour à l'hôpital

5 jours

Anesthésie

6-7 heures

RETOUR AU TRAVAIL

4 semaines après

What is Selective Dorsal Cryoablation (SDC)?

Selective Dorsal Cryoablation (SDC) is a cutting-edge, minimally invasive treatment designed to help men suffering from premature ejaculation (PE). Drawing on the broader medical applications of cryoablation — widely used in cardiology to treat abnormal heart rhythms and in oncology to target tumors by freezing cancerous tissue — SDC applies this principle with precision to the dorsal penile nerve (DPN), the main sensory nerve of the penis.

Unlike surgical procedures that may permanently sever or remove nerve tissue, SDC does not destroy the nerve. Instead, it temporarily reduces sensitivity by freezing the outer layer (myelin sheath) of specific nerve branches using a cryoprobe cooled to -78°C. This results in controlled, reversible nerve modulation with no risk of permanent damage.

How Does It Work?

The dorsal penile nerve (DPN) transmits sensory input from the penis to the brain. In men with PE, this nerve is often hypersensitive or has excessive branching, leading to premature ejaculation due to overstimulation.

During the procedure, a specialized cryoprobe is applied to 3 to 5 precisely targeted points along the dorsal side of the penis. The cold temperature selectively freezes the nerve sheath (not the nerve fibers themselves), reducing hypersensitivity and giving patients greater control over ejaculation.

🧠 Importantly, while nerve function gradually regenerates over 1–2 years, the brain adapts and often learns new ejaculation control mechanisms, resulting in lasting improvement even after nerve recovery.

What to Expect After Treatment

  • Performed under local anesthesia

  • Takes approximately 30 minutes

  • No incisions or sutures required

  • Resume normal life and sexual activity the same day

  • Very low-risk, no impact on erectile function

  • No reported complications when performed by a qualified urologist

🔄 Is it repeatable?
Yes. Because the treated nerve branches are carefully mapped and recorded, the procedure can be safely repeated in the future or even used as a precursor to more advanced surgical interventions if needed.

Who is an Ideal Candidate?

  • Men with lifelong (primary) or acquired (secondary) PE

  • Those seeking a non-surgical, drug-free alternative

  • Patients who have not achieved satisfactory results with medications or behavioral therapy

Recovery and Sensation

Some patients may experience mild discomfort or tingling during the first 1–2 weeks, but this does not interfere with sexual activity or daily routines. A mild pain reliever is typically sufficient for the first few days.

Success and Patient Satisfaction

  • Success rate: Over 90%

  • Patient satisfaction: Over 95%

  • Effect duration: Usually 1–2 years after a single session

  • Optional second session: Some patients may request a follow-up treatment to extend the benefits, but this is not necessary for most

Mechanism Summary (in Simple Terms)

“We freeze the nerve sheath, not the nerve itself. This reduces the sensitivity that causes premature ejaculation. As the nerves slowly regenerate, your brain adapts and learns to control ejaculation naturally — essentially resetting your reflexes.”

⚠️ Why Surgeon Expertise Matters

The success of SDC relies heavily on the precision and anatomical knowledge of the performing physician. Accurately targeting the right branches of the dorsal penile nerve, without affecting surrounding structures, is key to avoiding complications and ensuring optimal outcomes.

For this reason, only experienced urologists with deep knowledge of penile neuroanatomy should perform this procedure.

What is cryoablation for PE?
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Assoc. Professeur. Dr Tuncay Tas

Urologie-Santé masculine

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Dr Melihcan Sezgiç

Chirurgie Esthétique Plastique et Reconstructrice

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Dr Melihcan Sezgiç

Chirurgie Esthétique Plastique et Reconstructrice

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