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[Age and psychologic disorders. Variables associated to post-infarction sexual dysfunction]
Luciano Janussi Vacanti1, Bruno Caramelli
1Instituto do Coração (InCor-DF), Fundação Zerbini, São Paulo, SP. lvacanti@cardiol.br
Arquivos Brasileiros De Cardiologia
|August 23, 2005
Summary
Sexual dysfunction (SD) is common after acute myocardial infarction (MI), affecting 60% of patients. Psychological disorders and older age are significant predictors of post-MI sexual dysfunction.
Area of Science:
- Cardiology
- Sexual Medicine
- Psychology
Context:
- Sexual dysfunction (SD) following myocardial infarction (MI) is understudied, particularly regarding its predictors.
- Limited data exists on the incidence and associated factors of SD in the post-MI population.
Purpose:
- To investigate the incidence of sexual dysfunction after acute myocardial infarction (MI).
- To identify predictors associated with sexual dysfunction in patients post-MI.
Summary:
- A study of 43 patients post-MI found 60% reported sexual dysfunction within six months.
- Common issues included hypoactive sexual desire disorder, erectile dysfunction, and premature ejaculation.
- Psychological disorders and older age were significantly associated with higher rates of post-MI SD.
Impact:
- Highlights the high prevalence of sexual dysfunction after MI.
- Identifies psychological disorders and advanced age as key risk factors for post-MI sexual dysfunction.
- Emphasizes the need for screening and management of sexual health in MI survivors.