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  • Endocrinology
  • Men's Health
  • Sexual Medicine

Background:

  • The efficacy of testosterone supplementation (TS) for male sexual dysfunction is debated.
  • Existing evidence is inconclusive, necessitating further investigation.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To conduct a meta-analysis on the impact of TS on male sexual function.
  • To evaluate the synergistic effects of TS with phosphodiesterase type 5 inhibitors (PDE5i).

Main Methods:

  • Systematic literature search across Medline, Embase, and Cochrane databases.
  • Inclusion of randomized controlled trials (RCTs) comparing TS versus placebo or TS as an adjunct to PDE5i.
  • Independent data extraction and conflict resolution by multiple investigators.

Main Results:

  • 41 RCTs were analyzed, with 29 comparing TS vs. placebo and 12 evaluating TS with PDE5i.
  • TS significantly improved erectile function and libido in hypogonadal men.
  • Positive effects on erectile function and libido were significant in industry-supported trials but not in placebo-controlled studies, suggesting potential publication bias or trial design influence.

Conclusions:

  • Testosterone supplementation is beneficial for sexual function in clearly hypogonadal men.
  • The role of TS in non-hypogonadal men remains uncertain.
  • Further RCTs are recommended for specific patient groups, such as those with PDE5i failure and low testosterone levels.