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Geriatric sexual dysfunction.

T Mulligan1, J Teitelman

  • 1Division of Geriatric Medicine, Medical College of Virginia/Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond.

Virginia Medical Quarterly : VMQ
|January 1, 1991
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Older adults maintain sexual interest but experience reduced intercourse frequency and male impotence. Nine causes of erectile dysfunction are discussed, alongside available treatments.

Area of Science:

  • Gerontology
  • Sexual Health
  • Urology

Background:

  • Over 50% of individuals aged 80+ report sustained sexual interest.
  • Declining intercourse frequency is common in the elderly population.
  • High incidence of male impotence (erectile dysfunction) noted.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To identify common causes of erectile failure in aged males.
  • To review available treatment modalities for erectile dysfunction.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of causes of erectile failure in the aged.
  • Compilation of current treatment options for impotence.

Main Results:

  • Nine prevalent causes of erectile dysfunction in older men identified.

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  • Pharmacotherapy, suction devices, injections, and prostheses are discussed as treatments.

    • Conclusions:

    • Erectile dysfunction is a significant concern for aging males.
    • Multiple treatment options exist for managing impotence in the elderly.