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Key Methodological Issues in Sexual Medicine Research.

Leonard R DeRogatis¹, Arthur L Burnett²

¹Center for Sexual Medicine at Sheppard Pratt, Baltimore, MD, USA;; Department of Psychiatry, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, The Johns Hopkins Hospital and The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD, USA.

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|May 15, 2007

Summary

Research in sexual medicine has advanced, offering treatments for male sexual dysfunction and developing options for women. This study identifies methodological barriers and proposes strategies to advance sexual medicine research.

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Area of Science:

Sexual Medicine
Clinical Research Methodology

Background:

The field of sexual medicine has seen significant growth over the past decade.
Pharmacologic and psychological interventions for male sexual dysfunction are now widely available.
New treatments for female sexual dysfunction are in advanced clinical development.

Purpose of the Study:

To reappraise clinical research methodology in sexual medicine.
To identify key issues impeding sustained growth in the field.
To propose strategies for overcoming methodological barriers.

Main Methods:

Review and analysis of current clinical research methodologies in sexual medicine.
Identification of persistent impediments to research progress.
Development of recommendations for future research strategies.

Main Results:

Existing treatments for male sexual dysfunction are substantial.
Ongoing development of treatments for female sexual dysfunction is promising.
Several methodological issues continue to hinder research advancement in sexual medicine.

Conclusions:

Reappraisal of research methodology is crucial for continued progress in sexual medicine.
Implementing new tactics and strategies can help overcome identified barriers.
The proposed ideas aim to foster forward momentum in sexual medicine research.