Overview of Contemporary Penile Rehabilitation Therapies
Joint Authors
Source
Issue
Vol. 2008, Issue 2008 (31 Dec. 2008), pp.1-6, 6 p.
Publisher
Hindawi Publishing Corporation
Publication Date
2008-09-04
Country of Publication
Egypt
No. of Pages
6
Main Subjects
Abstract EN
Introduction.
Post-prostatectomy erectile dysfunction affects a considerable number of men and is a significant quality of life issue.
There has been a substantial amount of research on the treatment of post-prostatectomy ED, and now there is a rising interest in the concept of penile rehabilitation.
The goal of penile rehabilitation is to moderate the destructive processes that occur after prostatectomy in order to preserve erectile function, either through spontaneous or assisted means.
Methods.
We reviewed published data and experiences of post-prostatectomy penile rehabilitation using regimented interventions of phosphodiesterase inhibitors, vacuum erectile device, and intracavernosal agents, and we present and analyze the research conducted.
Results.
These studies show improved objective and subjective clinical outcomes in regards to physical parameters, sexual satisfaction, and rates of spontaneous erections.
Conclusion.
These studies are often limited by small size, study period, and study design.
There continues to be a need for large, randomized, placebo controlled trials with adequate followup to fully evaluate the efficacy and cost-effectiveness of the various proposed penile rehabilitation regiments before a clear standard can be established.
American Psychological Association (APA)
Hinh, Peter& Wang, Run. 2008. Overview of Contemporary Penile Rehabilitation Therapies. Advances in Urology،Vol. 2008, no. 2008, pp.1-6.
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Modern Language Association (MLA)
Hinh, Peter& Wang, Run. Overview of Contemporary Penile Rehabilitation Therapies. Advances in Urology No. 2008 (2008), pp.1-6.
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American Medical Association (AMA)
Hinh, Peter& Wang, Run. Overview of Contemporary Penile Rehabilitation Therapies. Advances in Urology. 2008. Vol. 2008, no. 2008, pp.1-6.
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Data Type
Journal Articles
Language
English
Notes
Includes bibliographical references
Record ID
BIM-474975