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Outcome measures for erectile dysfunction. 1: Literature review
1North Devon District NHS Trust, Hospital, Barnstaple.
British Journal of Nursing (Mark Allen Publishing)
|February 5, 2002
Summary
This review critically evaluates 26 outcome measures for conservative erectile dysfunction (ED) treatment. Reliable subjective and objective measures are crucial for assessing ED components like rigidity and partner satisfaction.
Area of Science:
- Urology
- Andrology
- Sexual Medicine
Background:
- Erectile dysfunction (ED) is a prevalent condition requiring effective treatment assessment.
- Conservative treatment efficacy relies on accurate and sensitive outcome measures.
- Existing literature presents a wide array of outcome measures for ED assessment.
Purpose of the Study:
- To critically describe and evaluate available outcome measures for conservative erectile dysfunction treatment.
- To identify and categorize subjective and objective measures for ED assessment.
- To determine the most suitable measures for individual ED components.
Main Methods:
- Comprehensive literature review to identify outcome measures for conservative ED treatment.
- Categorization of identified measures into subjective and objective types.
- Critical evaluation of the reliability, sensitivity, and applicability of each measure.
Main Results:
- A total of 26 outcome measures were identified: 14 subjective and 12 objective.
- Objective measures offer higher accuracy, while reliable subjective questionnaires provide valuable data for sensitive issues.
- Specific measures are required for distinct ED components: rigidity, vascular flow, nerve conductivity, intracavemosal pressure, muscle power, partner satisfaction, and quality of life.
Conclusions:
- A diverse range of outcome measures exist for conservative ED treatment, with varying strengths.
- Both objective and subjective measures play vital roles in a comprehensive ED assessment.
- Nurses can utilize quick, simple, and efficient measures to evaluate the impact of conservative ED therapies.
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