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Diagnosing PD – Physical exam cont’d

• It is recommended to examine the erection to determine penile length,

degree of curvature, hourglass deformities, and rigidity of erection
• Digital photographs at full erection are measured via protractor to

determine angle(s) of uni- and multiplanar disease
• Examination after injection of penile injection after vasoactive injection

in the office remains the gold standard, especially for the patient

reporting complex deformity (hourglass or bidirectional curvature) or

ED