Peyronie’s Disease: Surgical Approaches

William O. Brant, MD, FACS, FECSM

William O. Brant, MD, FACS, FECSM, presented “Peyronie’s Disease: Surgical Approaches” during the 42nd Annual Ralph E. Hopkins Urology Seminar on February 1, 2023, in Jackson Hole, Wyoming.

How to cite: Brant, William O. “Peyronie’s Disease: Surgical Approaches.” February 1, 2023. Accessed Oct 2026. https://grandroundsinurology.com/peyronies-disease-surgical-approaches/

Peyronie’s Disease: Surgical Approaches – Summary

William O. Brant, MD, FACS, FECSM, Urologist at the Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Salt Lake City, Utah, presents an analysis of surgical approaches for Peyronie’s disease. With a focus on both shortening and lengthening procedures, Dr. Brant delves into the intricacies of various surgical techniques, providing a thorough examination of each method’s benefits and considerations. In his meticulous exploration, Dr. Brant begins by discussing the placation technique, a procedure aimed at addressing the excessive curvature caused by Peyronie’s disease. He elucidates the surgical process, highlighting its potential for restoring penile function and improving patient satisfaction. Furthermore, Dr. Brant explores the outcomes of placation, including changes in penile length and erectile function, enabling readers to grasp the potential benefits and limitations associated with this approach. Moving forward, the discussion expands to encompass plaque incision and excision techniques, which involve the precise removal of the fibrous plaque responsible for the curvature. Beyond the technical aspects, Dr. Brant also emphasizes the importance of personalized decision-making in the management of Peyronie’s disease. He discusses the significance of considering individual patient needs, taking into account factors such as disease severity, patient preferences, and overall health. The presentation encompasses an array of clinical scenarios and surgical techniques, showcasing Dr. Brant’s wealth of experience and expertise in the field. From the assessment of deformities to the exploration of different incision options, the presentation offers a comprehensive overview of the surgical approaches available for Peyronie’s disease.

About The 42nd Annual Ralph E. Hopkins Urology Seminar:

The Ralph E. Hopkins Urology Seminar is a multi-day meeting focused on training urologists in the latest in assessing, diagnosing, and treating urologic conditions in the clinical setting. Updates are provided on urologic cancers, stone disease, urologic reconstruction, female urology, infertility, sexual function, emerging surgical techniques, and general urology. The 42nd iteration of the meeting took place from February 1st to 4th, 2023, in Jackson Hole, Wyoming.

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR

William O. Brant, MD, FACS, FECSM

William O. Brant, MD, FACS, FECSM, is the Chief of Urology at the Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Salt Lake City, Utah, and a Urologist with clinical practices at Summit Urology/Granger Medical Clinic in Salt Lake City. His practice is dedicated to men’s health, with a particular focus on sexual and erectile medicine, penile reconstructive surgery, and prosthetic surgery. He has been involved in education, training, and research related to prosthetic surgery, particularly as it relates to prostate cancer survivors, and he performs over 100 prosthetic surgeries annually.

About The Author

William O. Brant, MD, FACS, FECSM

William O. Brant, MD, FACS, FECSM, is the Chief of Urology at the Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Salt Lake City, Utah, and a Urologist with clinical practices at Summit Urology/Granger Medical Clinic in Salt Lake City. His practice is dedicated to men’s health, with a particular focus on sexual and erectile medicine, penile reconstructive surgery, and prosthetic surgery. He has been involved in education, training, and research related to prosthetic surgery, particularly as it relates to prostate cancer survivors, and he performs over 100 prosthetic surgeries annually. Dr. Brant earned his medical degree from the University of California, San Diego. He completed residencies in surgery and urology at the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center in Aurora and then pursued a fellowship in sexual medicine and surgery at the University of California, San Francisco. After completing his fellowship, Dr. Brant was in private practice in Vail, Colorado. He held a teaching appointment at the University of Colorado before moving to the University of Utah, where he was a tenured Associate Professor of Surgery/Urology and the founder and co-director of the university’s genitourinary reconstructive fellowship. Dr. Brant is a consultant and reviewer for several medical journals, including the Journal of Urology and the Journal of Sexual Medicine. He is a member of multiple medical organizations, including the American Urological Association, the Sexual Medicine Society, the Trauma and Urologic Reconstruction Network of Surgeons (TURNS), and the Society of Urologic Prosthetic Surgeons. He has authored over 50 scholarly works, including chapters in six urology textbooks. He is also a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and the European Committee on Sexual Medicine.

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