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Vascular Alterations and Sexual Function in Systemic Sclerosis
Joint Authors
Seibold, James R.
Impens, Ann Julie
Source
International Journal of Rheumatology
Issue
Vol. 2010, Issue 2010 (31 Dec. 2010), pp.1-5, 5 p.
Publisher
Hindawi Publishing Corporation
Publication Date
2010-08-05
Country of Publication
Egypt
No. of Pages
5
Main Subjects
Abstract EN
Sexual dysfunction is common in systemic sclerosis (SSc).
Male erectile dysfunction (MED) has been reported in around 80% of subjects and more than half of female patients fulfill criteria for diagnosis as female sexual arousal Disorder (FSAD).
While some evidence supports a role for cavernosal fibrosis, abundant data suggest that MED is yet another clinical feature of SSc related to vasculopathy.
The contribution of vasculopathy to the more complex issues of female sexual dysfunction is less clear.
Inhibitors of Type V phosphodiesterase are effective in men with MED secondary to SSc.
Limited study in women suggests inconsistent effects on behavior (frequency) but not on measures related to perfusion.
Sexual activity is an important component of quality of life and an important domain for the caregiver to address; it is not clear that it warrants primary consideration as a consistent measure of scleroderma-related vasculopathy.
American Psychological Association (APA)
Impens, Ann Julie& Seibold, James R.. 2010. Vascular Alterations and Sexual Function in Systemic Sclerosis. International Journal of Rheumatology،Vol. 2010, no. 2010, pp.1-5.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-448817
Modern Language Association (MLA)
Impens, Ann Julie& Seibold, James R.. Vascular Alterations and Sexual Function in Systemic Sclerosis. International Journal of Rheumatology No. 2010 (2010), pp.1-5.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-448817
American Medical Association (AMA)
Impens, Ann Julie& Seibold, James R.. Vascular Alterations and Sexual Function in Systemic Sclerosis. International Journal of Rheumatology. 2010. Vol. 2010, no. 2010, pp.1-5.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-448817
Data Type
Journal Articles
Language
English
Notes
Includes bibliographical references
Record ID
BIM-448817