Why Prostatectomy Causes Erectile Dysfunction
Radical prostatectomy (surgical removal of the prostate for cancer treatment) damages or removes the neurovascular bundles that run alongside the prostate gland — the same bundles responsible for erectile function. Even with nerve-sparing surgery, the trauma of the procedure causes temporary or permanent ED in 50–90% of men. Penile rehabilitation post-surgery is widely recommended to preserve erectile tissue and maximise eventual recovery.
How the P-Shot Fits into Penile Rehabilitation
The P-Shot is increasingly included in post-prostatectomy penile rehabilitation protocols because its growth factors can support nerve repair and vascular restoration. When combined with VED therapy and/or low-dose PDE5 inhibitors, P-Shot treatment creates the optimal biological environment for erectile tissue recovery. The goal is to maintain penile tissue health during the natural recovery period after surgery.
When to Get a P-Shot After Prostatectomy
Most urologists recommend beginning penile rehabilitation (including VED use and possibly PDE5 inhibitors) within 4–6 weeks of surgery. The optimal timing for a P-Shot within this protocol varies — some doctors recommend it at 3 months post-surgery, when initial healing is complete. Our medical team will advise on the appropriate timing based on your surgical notes and current recovery status.
Realistic Expectations for Post-Prostatectomy P-Shot
The P-Shot does not guarantee restoration of erectile function after prostatectomy — no treatment can. Its role is to support and accelerate the natural recovery process, improve the quality of any functional recovery, and maintain penile tissue health. Patients who use P-Shot as part of a comprehensive rehabilitation programme tend to see better outcomes than those relying on any single treatment alone.