In a nutshell This study aimed to compare the effects of oral hyaluronic acid (HA) and injections of HA into the scar tissues plaque, against the effects of injections alone in Peyronie's disease (PD). The results suggest that the combination treatment was more effective than injections alone. Some background PD is a noncancerous condition...
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In a nutshell This trial was carried out to assess the effectiveness of low-intensity extracorporeal shockwave therapy (LI-ESWT) for the treatment of patients with erectile dysfunction (ED) who do not respond to vascular medications such as phosphodiesterase type 5 inhibitors (PDE5Is). The authors found that LI-ESWT may improve erectile function in these...
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In a nutshell This study investigated the effectiveness of different doses of prostaglandin E1 (PGE1) penis injection in patients with erectile dysfunction (ED) caused by blood vessel problems. Researchers suggested that PGE1 injections with increasing doses improved the rigidity and duration or erection in patients with different types of ED. Some...
Read MoreIn a nutshell This study examined the safety and effectiveness of sildenafil (Viagra) across different age groups. Researchers reported improved erectile function in all age groups with a low rate of side effects. Some background Drug therapy with phosphodiesterase-5 (PDE5) inhibitors, such as sildenafil, are often the first-line treatment...
Read MoreIn a nutshell This study examined the safety and effectiveness of long-term daily administration of udenafil (Zydena) for erectile dysfunction. Researchers reported high effectiveness with a low rate of side effects. Some background Drug therapy with phosphodiesterase-5 (PDE5) inhibitors, such as sildenafil (Viagra) and udenafil...
Read MoreIn a nutshell This trial aims to evaluate if men with erectile dysfunction using PDE5 inhibitors (such as Viagra or Cialis) and experiencing performance anxiety will benefit using a new mobile phone app. The main outcome to be investigated is erectile function. The trial is recruiting online. The details Phosphdiesterase-5 (PDE5) inhibitors, such...
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In a nutshell This study reviewed evidence on local treatments for erectile dysfunction. Researchers concluded that local treatment with alprostadil (Muse, Vitaros) is a safe and effective alternative treatment option for erectile dysfunction. Some background Drug therapy with phosphodiesterase-5 inhibitors (PDE5i), such...
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In a nutshell This study examined low-intensity shockwave treatment (LIST) outcomes. Researchers concluded that LIST is a safe and effective treatment option for erectile dysfunction. Some background Drug therapy with phosphodiesterase-5 inhibitors (PDE5i), such as Viagra, is a well-recognized treatment for erectile dysfunction and believed to...
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In a nutshell This study evaluated the use of low-intensity shockwave treatment (LIST) for erectile dysfunction. Researchers concluded that LIST is effective at improving erectile function, even in severe cases. Some background The development of phosphodiesterase-5 inhibitors (PDE5i), such as Viagra, have revolutionized the treatment of...
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In a nutshell This review analyzed the effectiveness of psychological interventions for the treatment of erectile dysfunction (ED). Some background Normal sexual function is a complex process, and relies on psychological, hormonal, vascular (blood vessel) and neurological factors. Recent data has shown that psychological factors contribute to a...
Read MoreIn a nutshell This study evaluated the effect of lowering heart disease risk on erectile function. Some background Erectile dysfunction (ED) and cardiovascular disease (heart and blood vessel diseases) share many risk factors. Common risk factors include obesity, high blood pressure, diabetes, smoking and high cholesterol levels. Heart disease is...
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