The use of low-intensity extracorporeal shockwave therapy in management of erectile dysfunction following prostate cancer treatment: a review of the current literature.

ABSTRACT:

Background and objective

Erectile dysfunction (ED) is a prevalent and impactful complication post definitive management of prostate cancer. The mechanism of ED is thought to be secondary to vascular and neural injury as well as corporal smooth muscle damage with resultant fibrosis. The use of penile rehabilitation in ED following treatment for prostate cancer has been studied. Low-intensity extracorporeal shockwave therapy (Li-ESWT) is a novel treatment for ED thought to stimulate neovascularization and nerve regeneration, and as such, has gained interest in treatment of ED related to radical prostatectomy or radiation therapy. Herein, we performed a narrative review on the use of Li-ESWT in management of ED following treatment for prostate cancer.

Methods

A literature revie

SUBMITTER: Matthew AN 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10323450 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature