CPT® Code 37788

Penile revascularization is a surgical procedure aimed at enhancing the blood supply to the penis by restoring arterial flow, which is crucial for achieving and maintaining an erection. This procedure is particularly indicated for patients suffering from penile arterial insufficiency, a condition that can lead to erectile dysfunction. The insufficiency may arise from various causes, including arteriosclerotic disease, which involves the hardening and narrowing of arteries, trauma to the pelvic or perineal regions, or other underlying organic diseases that affect blood flow. The surgical techniques employed in penile revascularization can vary, but they typically involve either direct anastomosis of the inferior epigastric artery to the corpus cavernosum or the use of a vein graft, such as a saphenous or basilic vein, to facilitate blood flow from the inferior epigastric or femoral artery to the corpus cavernosum. This procedure is designed to improve erectile function by ensuring adequate arterial blood supply, thereby addressing the physiological needs for an erection.