Antonini-Carvajal in Italy for Penile Prosthetic Surgery
Two days of highly intensive surgery, eight three-component hydraulic penile prosthesis implants and an international collaboration that is strengthened by technical excellence and the sharing of experience. The protagonists of this intense surgical session were Dr Gabriele Antonini and Dr Alejandro Carvajal, both internationally recognised in the field of male genital prosthetic surgery.
The operations involved complex patients: men suffering from severe fibrotic disease of the penis, cases of surgical revision with replacement of prostheses that were no longer functioning, and clinical situations with a high degree of technical difficulty. In this context, the experience and rapport between the two surgeons allowed each case to be approached with personalised strategies and maximum safety.
Dr Antonini performed the implants mainly using the infrapubic technique, a minimally invasive approach that allows optimal control of the corpora cavernosa and excellent aesthetic results, minimising surgical time and the risk of contamination. Dr Carvajal, on the other hand, performed implants using the scrotal technique, an equally valid approach that is particularly suitable for specific anatomical conditions and reoperations.
In addition to the intense activity in the operating theatre, these days were also an opportunity for exchange.
human and professional: between operations, the two specialists shared their time, ideas and passion for good Italian cuisine, strengthening a relationship of mutual respect and friendship that translates directly into concrete benefits for patients.
This experience has led to a structured collaboration between Italy and Colombia: Italian patients who wish to undergo surgery abroad can be treated by Dr Antonini in collaboration with Dr Carvajal; Colombian patients who are in or wish to come to Italy can be operated on jointly by the two specialists.
The main location for operations in Italy is the Quisisana Clinic, where Dr Antonini routinely performs penile prosthetic surgery with excellent functional and aesthetic results. The organisation of surgical procedures, atraumatic techniques and rigorous sterility protocols drastically reduce complications, particularly the risk of prosthesis infection, which is the main concern in this type of surgery.
This international synergy confirms Dr Antonini’s role as one of the world’s leading experts in penile prosthetic surgery and male genital surgery. Collaboration with world-renowned specialists such as Dr Carvajal further strengthens an international network dedicated to offering patients the most advanced, safe and personalised solutions available today.