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Erectile dysfunction in the community: a prevalence study.

C B Pinnock1, A M Stapleton, V R Marshall

  • 1Repatriation General Hospital, Daw Park, Adelaide, SA. carole.pinnock@health.sa.gov.au

The Medical Journal of Australia
|December 11, 1999
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Erectile dysfunction (ED) prevalence increases with age, affecting 64% of men aged 70-79. Cardiovascular risk factors and prostate surgery predict ED, highlighting the need for preventative strategies.

Area of Science:

  • Urology
  • Gerontology
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Erectile dysfunction (ED) is a common condition affecting men's sexual health and quality of life.
  • Understanding the prevalence and risk factors of ED in specific populations is crucial for targeted interventions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To determine the prevalence of erectile dysfunction (ED) in South Australia.
  • To identify demographic and other risk factors influencing ED in this population.

Main Methods:

  • A mailed questionnaire survey, based on the UCLA prostate cancer index, was administered to a subset of South Australian men aged 40 and over.
  • The survey assessed various domains of sexual function, including erection quality, sexual desire, and intercourse frequency.

Main Results:

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  • Erectile dysfunction prevalence significantly correlated with age, rising from 3% in men aged 40-49 to 64% in those aged 70-79.
  • Vigorous exercise demonstrated a protective effect against ED across all age groups.
  • High triglyceride levels, blood pressure medication, non-cancer prostate surgery, and high cholesterol were independent predictors of poor sexual function.

Conclusions:

  • South Australian men experience ED prevalence similar to or higher than international studies.
  • The disparity between sexual desire and erectile function is greatest in men over 60, indicating a potential high demand for treatment.
  • Cardiovascular risk factors and non-cancer prostate surgery are significant predictors of ED, suggesting that preventative measures and careful consideration of surgical options may improve sexual function.