Erectyle dysfunction
Date Submitted: 11/28/2004 12:15:33
Erectile Dysfunction
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<Tab/>Erectile dysfunction (ED) is defined as the consistent inability to attain and maintain penile erection sufficient to permit satisfactory sexual intercourse. Erectile dysfunction affects as many as 30 million men in the United States. The cause may be vascular, neurogenic, hormonal, drug-related, psychogenic, or a combination. Fortunately, several treatment options and medications have been made available to the public in recent years, and has
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Natural appearance
No implant required
If unsuccessful, does not interfere with other treatments
Overall success rate of 40-50%
Moderately effective<Tab/>Most technically difficult surgery
Only 50% of patients are potential candidates
Extensive testing required
Risk of infection, scar tissue formation with distortion of the penis, and painful erections
May cause shortening or numbness of the penis
Long-term results not available
Relatively high relapse rate
Very expensive<Tab/>
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