The AMS 700™ Inflatable Penile Prosthesis with TENACIO™ Pump represents a significant advancement in erectile dysfunction treatment. This innovative device combines surgeon-friendly features with a patient-centered design to provide a reliable solution for men struggling with erectile dysfunction[1][7].
## Key Features
### TENACIO™ Pump
The newly redesigned TENACIO™ Pump is the centerpiece of this prosthesis, offering several improvements:
- **Identification**: Prominent pump bulb grips facilitate easier identification and more efficient inflation[2][7].
- **Inflation**: Engineered for reliable and efficient inflation, regardless of pumping style or speed[2][13].
- **Deflation**: A high-profile, one-press release button provides tactile feedback, confirming that deflation has started[2][13].
### Advanced Engineering
- **Independent Valving System**: Designed to maximize reliability across a wide user profile and address potential causes of "sticky pump"[13].
- **Faster Refill Rate**: In bench testing, the TENACIO pump showed a 27% faster refill rate compared to its predecessor, the MS Pump[13].
- **Durability**: Designed to maintain consistent performance throughout an expected implant life of 10 years[13].
### InhibiZone™ Antibiotic Treatment
- The only antibiotic-impregnated inflatable penile prosthesis on the market[2][7].
- Creates a zone of inhibition effective against bacteria commonly associated with implant infections[2].
- Clinically proven to reduce the rate of revision due to infection[2].
## Patient Benefits
1. **Improved Usability**: The intuitive design aims to streamline the patient experience, making the device easier to operate[1][13].
2. **Length Preservation**: Studies show that the AMS 700 LGX model can help preserve penile length post-implantation[6].
3. **High Satisfaction Rates**: Research indicates high levels of patient satisfaction, with 87.7% of patients reporting satisfaction with AMS 700 implantation[17].
## Clinical Performance
In a recent study, the TENACIO pump showed significantly faster completion times and greater efficiency compared to the older MS pump in ex-vivo tasks[5]. This suggests potential improvements in ease of use and patient satisfaction, although further in-vivo studies are needed to confirm these findings.
The AMS 700 series has demonstrated excellent long-term reliability, with a 92.1% mechanical reliability rate after 3 years and 86.2% after 5 years[3].
In conclusion, the AMS 700™ Inflatable Penile Prosthesis with TENACIO™ Pump offers a promising solution for men with erectile dysfunction, combining advanced engineering with patient-centric design to potentially improve outcomes and user experience. As with any medical device, patients should consult with their healthcare providers to determine if this treatment option is suitable for their individual needs.
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AMS 700™ Inflatable Penile Prosthesis | Features & Benefits
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AMS Penile Implants - R. Clay Williams, D.O.
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TENACIO inflatable penile prosthesis pump fills faster compared with MS pump
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Implantation of AMS 700 LGX penile prosthesis preserves... : Asian Journal of Andrology
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AMS 700™ Inflatable Penile Prosthesis - Boston Scientific
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Boston Scientific’s pump for penile prosthesis greenlighted
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Commentary on: Long-term experience with AMS-700 CXR inflatable penile prosthesis in high-risk patients with corporal fibrosis - International Journal of Impotence Research
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Reflections from practice: innovations in inflatable penile prosthesis pumps benefit both patients and physicians - PMC
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https://www.auajournals.org/doi/10.1016/S0022-5347(17)37134-3
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AMS 700 with TENACIO Pump
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https://www.edcure.com/us/en/penile-implants/ams-700.html
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https://www.edtreatments.com/treatment-options/ams-700.html
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https://www.linkedin.com/posts/bsc-...the-ams-700-activity-7265040034758631430-SP7F
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https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7719505/
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