Articles: erectile-dysfunction.
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Urol. Clin. North Am. · Nov 1995
ReviewDiagnosis and management of endocrine disorders of erectile dysfunction.
Organic causes of erectile dysfunction with androgen deficiency may be associated with aging, systemic illness, and a number of specific endocrine disorders stemming from pituitary, thyroid, and adrenal dysfunction. Central hypogonadism is the main mechanism in the majority. Erectile dysfunction in diabetes mellitus is caused by chronic complications due to poor metabolic control. Diagnosis and management of these disorders are discussed, as is the need for tight glycemic control in men with diabetes.
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Clinical Trial
Accuracy of the initial history and physical examination to establish the etiology of erectile dysfunction.
Because of its implications for possible therapy, the ability to establish a diagnosis of erectile dysfunction (ED) solely on the basis of history and physical examination has been a matter of controversy. The determination of the etiology of ED based on history and physical examination is evaluated in this present study. ⋯ A multifaceted comprehensive approach is required to evaluate fully and to diagnose ED.