Erectile dysfunction

Question 1

what is the definition of erectile dysfunction?

Answer 1

The persistent inability to attain and maintain an erection sufficient to permit satisfactory sexual performance

Question 2

what is the aetiology of erectile dysfunction?

Answer 2

Neurogenic - failure to initiate
Arteriogenic - failure to fill
Vengenic - failure to store
damage to puedenal or cavernous nerve

Question 3

what are the risk factors for erectile dysfunction?

Answer 3

Age, diabetes, CAD, dyslipidemia, hypogonadism, tauma, drugs, psychosomatic

Question 4

what tests will be carried out for erectile dysfunction?

Answer 4

Endocrine screen (testosterone), psa, prolactin, glucose, lipids, urinalysis

Question 5

what can be used to treat erectile dysfunction?

Answer 5

Drugs - PDE-5 inhibitors (vasodilate), intraurethral suppository (vasodilation), intracavernosal injection, vacuum assisted device, shockwave therapy, implants (replaced cavernous structures, button??)