[The aging male: a global approach to late onset hypogonadism and erectile dysfunction]

The concept of aging male is defined by an age in which might appear some clinical symptoms. These symptoms, including erectile dysfunction (ED), are sometimes similar to those met in the late onset hypogonadism. Simultaneously, cardiovascular diseases increase with age and are associated with ED. The diagnosis of ED, associated or not with late onset hypogonadism, is mostly clinical. Its management will include PDE-5 which are generally well tolerated. Early detection of late onset hypogonadism is recommended as testosterone substitution improves quality of life. Although testosterone substitution needs to be carefully monitored, there is no clear evidence of increased risk of prostate cancer or cardiovascular disease.