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Ejaculatory disorders: epidemiology and current approaches to definition, classification and subtyping
Emmanuele A Jannini1, Andrea Lenzi
1Course of Endocrinology and Medical Sexology, Department of Experimental Medicine, University of L'Aquila, Coppito, Bldg. 2, Room A2/54, 67100 L'Aquila, Italy. jannini@univaq.it
World Journal of Urology
|May 20, 2005
Summary
Ejaculatory disorders are common sexual complaints. This review proposes a new classification, focusing on premature ejaculation (PE) epidemiology and subtyping, integrating psycho-neuro-uro-endocrine factors for better diagnosis and treatment.
Area of Science:
- Sexual Medicine
- Urology
- Psychology
Background:
- Ejaculatory disorders are the most frequent sexual complaint.
- Traditional classification relies on an organic/psychogenic dichotomy.
- Psychogenic causes are often overemphasized.
Purpose of the Study:
- To propose a novel classification for ejaculatory disorders.
- To emphasize epidemiology and subtyping of premature ejaculation (PE).
- To integrate psycho-neuro-uro-endocrine perspectives.
Main Methods:
- Review of current literature and diagnostic procedures.
- Analysis of epidemiological data on ejaculatory disorders.
- Exploration of new subtyping and classification frameworks.
Main Results:
- Growing consensus on PE definition, diagnosis, and treatment.
- Ejaculatory disorders can be categorized by psycho-neuro-uro-endocrine symptoms.
- New approaches enhance understanding and management.
Conclusions:
- A revised classification is needed for ejaculatory disorders.
- Epidemiology and subtyping are crucial for premature ejaculation (PE).
- Advancements in sexual medicine improve patient care and reduce help-seeking barriers.