Penile Doppler ultrasound
At Andrología Málaga, we take care of your male sexual health with a friendly and professional approach. We use advanced techniques such as penile Doppler ultrasound, which allows us to detect problems with circulation or the structure of the penis. This test is key to effectively treating erectile dysfunction or Peyronie’s disease (penile curvature), helping you to regain your well-being and confidence.
What is penile Doppler ultrasound?
Penile Doppler ultrasound is a quick and painless test that uses ultrasound to analyse blood flow and study the internal structures of the penis in real time. It is an essential tool for detecting problems that affect erections, such as erectile dysfunction, and for identifying changes in penile tissue, including Peyronie’s disease (penile curvature). Thanks to this test, we can plan the most appropriate treatment to improve your sexual health and well-being.
What makes penile Doppler unique is its ability to measure the speed and direction of blood flow. Thanks to a device placed on the skin of the penis, accurate images of the arteries and veins are generated, as well as the behaviour of the blood in them.
In some cases, pharmacological induction of an erection is used, i.e. a drug (usually prostaglandin) is administered directly into the penis to simulate an erection. This step is key to assessing how blood vessels respond in real conditions and detecting problems of erectile dysfunction or vascular disorders.
This advanced test must be performed by a team of expert urologists and andrologists, such as those at Andrología Málaga, to ensure an accurate and professional diagnosis.
What is a penile Doppler ultrasound used for?
Penile Doppler ultrasound is a highly recommended diagnostic test when sexual health problems arise. At Andrología Málaga, these are the two main reasons for performing it:
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Erectile dysfunction
Erectile dysfunction can have several causes, but assessing blood flow to the penis is key to determining whether the problem is vascular in origin, such as arterial insufficiency or venous leakage.
2
Peyronie's disease (penile curvature)
This test detects and analyses the fibrous plaques that cause penile curvature, helping to determine the degree of involvement and plan the most appropriate treatment.
Early detection of these problems is essential in order to design an effective treatment plan that improves the patient’s sexual health and quality of life.
Whos is a penile Doppler ultrasound performed?
A penile Doppler ultrasound is a quick, safe and painless test. It is performed as follows:
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A conductive gel is applied to the penis to improve the transmission of ultrasound waves.
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The specialist places a transducer on the skin of the penis to obtain real-time images of the arteries, veins and blood flow.
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In some cases, a medication (usually prostaglandin) is administered to induce a temporary erection, allowing the blood vessels to be evaluated under real conditions.
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The entire process is supervised by expert urologists and andrologists, ensuring an accurate and reliable diagnosis.
The test usually lasts between 20 and 40 minutes and can detect problems with erectile dysfunction or structural abnormalities of the penis, helping to plan treatment.
What problems can a penile Doppler ultrasound detect?
A penile Doppler ultrasound can identify the causes of sexual health problems, such as:
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Erectile dysfunction: problems achieving or maintaining an erection.
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Peyronie’s disease (penile curvature): fibrous plaques that deform the penis.
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Vascular problems: arterial insufficiency or venous leakage that affects blood flow.
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Structural changes in the penile tissue that require specialised treatment.
Thanks to this test, the specialists at Andrología Málaga can determine the cause of the problem and plan the most appropriate treatment for each patient.
Frequently asked questions
No, it is a painless and safe test. Only a gel is applied to the skin and, in some cases, a medication to induce a temporary erection.
Normally between 20 and 40 minutes, depending on each patient and the type of evaluation required.
In some cases, yes, to assess how the blood vessels respond under real conditions. This is done with a safe medication administered by the specialist.
The test must always be performed by expert urologists or andrologists, ensuring an accurate and professional diagnosis.
Would you like to evaluate your erectile dysfunction and/or penile curvature?
At Andrología Málaga, our urologists and andrologists will advise you on the best diagnostic and treatment options according to your needs.
Contact us and get answers to all your questions about your sexual health.