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Last Updated: 12/21/2025

Penis Size Measurements and Clinical Implications

Anatomical Reference Points

  • The average glans length is approximately 4 cm, which serves as a clinical reference point in penile cancer treatment planning, as recommended by the National Comprehensive Cancer Network 1, 2, 3

Clinical Counseling and Implications

  • The American Urological Association considers penile lengthening surgeries to be risky, and most men seeking surgery have normal-sized penises, highlighting the need for careful patient counseling and education 1

REFERENCES

1

penile cancer: clinical practice guidelines in oncology. [LINK]

Journal of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network : JNCCN, 2013

2

penile cancer: clinical practice guidelines in oncology. [LINK]

Journal of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network : JNCCN, 2013

3

penile cancer: clinical practice guidelines in oncology. [LINK]

Journal of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network : JNCCN, 2013