Liver transplantation improves erectile function in patients with end-stage liver disease: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Liver transplantation (LT) has been recognized as the most effective therapy for end-stage liver disease (ESLD). However, the question of whether LT can improve erectile function in patients with ESLD remains controversial. Therefore, we conducted this meta-analysis to evaluate the association between LT and erectile dysfunction (ED).

Methods

According to the PRISMA guidelines, studies were included after conducting searches in four databases from March 2024 onwards. These databases included PubMed, Cochrane Library, Web of Science, and Embase. The primary outcome of interest was to compare the International Index of Erectile Function (IIEF) scores between patients after and before LT. Standardized mean differences (SMDs) and their corresponding 95% confidence int

SUBMITTER: Mei Y 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11491208 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature