Erectile function outcomes following surgical treatment of ischemic priapism.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Ischemic Priapism is defined as an abnormally prolonged state of erection, exceeding 6 h, often and irreducible, occurring without any sexual stimulation. Ischemic priapism has a fatal consequence on the sexual function of men if it's not promptly managed. This pathology can cause erectile dysfunction and this can alter the quality of life of patients.

Objective

The aim of our study was to determine the factors influencing erectile function after treatment of ischemic priapism.

Patients and methods

This is a ten-year retrospective, descriptive and analytic study of 40 patients who consulted the urology department at the university hospital center for treatment of ischemic priapism (2010-2019).

Results

We included 40 patients in our study. The mean

SUBMITTER: Rahoui M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9142696 | biostudies-literature | 2022 May

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature