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For these individuals, the inflatable penile prosthesis (IPP) offers an effective alternative, with the three-piece IPP being particularly favored for its high satisfaction and low complication rates. However, the challenge of optimal reservoir placement, particularly in the extraperitoneal space of Retzius (SOR), has prompted investigations into alternative approaches. SOR placement is associated with complications, such as injury to iliac vessels, bladder puncture, and bowel perforation. Various alternative sites have been proposed, including epigastric extraperitoneal, intraperitoneal (IP), high submuscular (HSM), and lateral retroperitoneal (LRP) positions, each aiming to mitigate these risks while improving patient outcomes. Comparative studies have shown that methods such as IP and HSM reduce the risk of vessel compression and bladder injury, often yielding higher satisfaction rates compared with SOR. 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