| Topic: | Kidney and Urologic Diseases (KU) |
| Title: | Erectile Dysfunction: A Patient Quick-Guide to Cause, Diagnosis, and Treatment. |
| Author: | Lewis, R.W.; Newell, M.M. |
| Source: | Augusta, GA: Augusta Medical Systems. 2006. 22 p. |
| Availability: | Available from Augusta Medical Systems. 1025 Board St, Augusta, GA 30901. Phone: 1-800-827-8382. Email: rec@augustams.com. Price: Available free of charge. |
| Abstract: | This booklet provides information on the causes and diagnoses of erectile dysfunction and on all currently-accepted therapies. Erectile dysfunction (ED) is defined as the repeated inability to achieve or sustain an erection sufficient for sexual intercourse. The authors review three factors that can lead to ED: psychological factors, ranging from depression to self-esteem issues; physical factors, which can include trauma (from surgery or injury) and diseases (diabetes, cardiovascular disease); and drug effects, including those from prescription, non-prescription, and recreational or illegal substances. These factors can interrupt the delicate process of mental, nervous, and vascular systems that must work together to produce an erection. One section of the booklet explains what to expect from the first physician visit, including commonly used diagnostic tests. The authors then discuss treatments, including psychotherapy, vacuum therapy systems, oral medications (sildenafil, vardenafil, tadalafil), self-injection, urethral suppositories, and penile implants. The authors also consider the side effects and costs of each of these treatment options. A final section describes the work of the American Urological Association and refers readers to the book-length version of this booklet, published in June 2006 (ISBN: 0-9868949-1-2). 16 figures. 2 tables. 14 references. |
| Format: | Monograph/Book |
| Language: | English. |
| Major Keywords: | Urologic Diseases. Erectile Dysfunction. Etiology. Symptoms. Risk Factors. Therapy. Patient Care Management. Diagnosis. |
| Minor Keywords: | Patient Education. Drug Effects. Diagnostic Tests. Psychological Factors. Postoperative Complications. Drug Therapy. Sildenafil. Penile Erection Systems. Penile Implant. Counseling. Self Injection. |
| Publication Number: | KUBK11452 |
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