Umbrella review protocol: Global burden and risk factors of erectile dysfunction in diabetic population.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Erectile dysfunction (ED) is no longer a whisper in the shadows; it's a rising tide threatening the sexual health of millions of men in different regions. This worrying trend shows no signs of slowing down, with projections claiming a staggering 322 million men globally could be affected in the near future. In the cases of diabetes, the condition worsens and has a potent cocktail of physical and psychological distress, chipping away at men's confidence, self-esteem, and mental health. This urgent issue demands immediate attention and action. Thus, this umbrella review intended to estimate the current burden of ED and associated risk factors among diabetic patients in the global context.

Methods

Following PRISMA guidelines will be searched for relevant Systematic R

SUBMITTER: Kitaw TA 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11139671 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature