
Ketevan Kuzanov
Medical Student at Riga Stradins University, GeorgiaPresentation Title:
Phallus reconstruction using the third finger transplant method
Abstract
There are many methods of phallus reconstruction, often requiring the use of prosthetics and multiple-stage interventions. The unique method discussed in this case report (created by Prof. Ivane Kuzanov) uses a finger complex in order to create a neourethra as well as act in place of the prosthesis, thus offering a one-stage intervention with the restoration of full biomechanical functions of the phallus and no need for revision surgeries. We present a patient, a 52-year-old male, who had previously undergone a subtotal penile resection due to oncological disease. In our clinic, he then underwent a phallus reconstruction surgery using a third finger from a non-dominant hand and radial forearm flap. After the surgery, he was able to regain full biomechanical functions of the phallus within a month as well as achieve adequate tactile and erogenous sensitivity.
Biography
Ketevan Kuzanov is a 5th year medical student from Tbilisi, Georgia, currently studying at Riga Stradins University in Riga, Latvia.
She has 1 publication about a unique method of phallus reconstruction created by Prof. Ivane Kuzanov.