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Assisted erection follow-up with couples.

R Villeneuve¹, J Corcos, M Carmel

¹Department of Community Health Sciences, Medical School of University of Sherbrooke, Quebec, Canada.

Journal of Sex & Marital Therapy

|January 1, 1991

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Vacuum erection devices offer a viable treatment for erectile dysfunction, improving sexual satisfaction for both partners. Couple involvement is crucial for successful therapeutic recommendations.

Area of Science:

Urology
Sexual Medicine
Psychology

Background:

Erectile dysfunction (ED) significantly impacts men's quality of life.
Vacuum erection devices (VEDs) are a non-invasive treatment option for ED.

Purpose of the Study:

To evaluate the effectiveness and satisfaction of VEDs as a treatment for erectile dysfunction.
To assess the impact of VEDs on couples' sexual life.

Main Methods:

Eleven couples participated in the study.
Men had a mean age of 54 years and 8 months.
A 25-item questionnaire assessed satisfaction and outcomes.

Main Results:

VEDs were found to be a good solution for erectile dysfunction.

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The device improved the sexual life of both male and female partners.

Couples reported a fair degree of satisfaction with VED use.

Conclusions:

Vacuum erection devices are effective in treating erectile dysfunction.
The inclusion of female partners in treatment discussions is recommended.
Couple-centered approaches enhance therapeutic outcomes for ED.