Factors associated with erectile dysfunction in men with lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS): a Symptoms of Lower Urinary Tract Dysfunction Research Network (LURN) study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Erectile function (EF) and its associated covariates have not been extensively studied in a large covariate of patients seeking treatment for lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS). Our objective is to determine the relationship between urinary symptoms and comorbidities with erectile dysfunction (ED) in 447 treatment-seeking men with LUTS.

Methods

Data from the Symptoms of Lower Urinary Tract Dysfunction Research Network (LURN) observational cohort study were analyzed using multivariable logistic regression models to quantify the relationship between LUTS and ED. Models also included anxiety, depression, obesity, cardiovascular disease (CVD), diabetes, and medication use.

Results

Men reporting sexual activity were younger (median age 61 vs. 69 years) a

SUBMITTER: Boehm D 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12433021 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature