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Chapter 37 - Evaluation of the Male with Erectile Dysfunction

from Section 5 - Medical and Surgical Management of Issues of Male Health

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  06 December 2023

By
William T. Berg  and
Martin Miner
Edited by
Douglas T. Carrell ,
Alexander W. Pastuszak  and
James M. Hotaling
Douglas T. Carrell
Affiliation:
Utah Center for Reproductive Medicine
Alexander W. Pastuszak
Affiliation:
University of Utah
James M. Hotaling
Affiliation:
Utah Center for Reproductive Medicine
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Summary

The worldwide prevalence of erectile dysfunction is estimated to impact 20% of men. The evaluation of the male with erectile dysfunction can serve as an opportunity to screen men for a variety of important cardiovascular risk factors. A typical visit consists of a detailed and comprehensive patient history and a focal physical exam. Patients should be put at ease and a therapeutic relationship established to move forward with a shared decision-making process regarding treatment. Considerations during the evaluation should be toward screening for underlying risks factors for erectile dysfunction, a detailed sexual history, utilization of validated questionnaires, determination of lifestyle and social history factors, basic laboratory testing, and a psychological assessment. The goal of the evaluation is to identify the underlying causes of erectile dysfunction that will allow the clinician to develop the best therapeutic strategy.

Keywords

erectile dysfunctionmen’s healthsexual performancevascular healthdiabetes
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Men's Reproductive and Sexual Health Throughout the Lifespan
An Integrated Approach to Fertility, Sexual Function, and Vitality
 , pp. 295 - 302
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Print publication year: 2023

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