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Published on: December 28, 2021
A novel approach using electroacupuncture for erectile dysfunction after radical prostatectomy: A case report
1NICM Health Research Institute Sydney Australia, Australia; Chris O'Brien Lifehouse Sydney Australia, Australia.
Introduction:
Research shows that electrical stimulation to damaged peripheral nerves has promising effects on nerve regeneration and recovery of function.
Description:
A 71 yr. old male, who was 12 months post left intrafacial and right incremental nerve sparing robotic radical prostatectomy received 6 sessions of sacral electroacupuncture/acupuncture at weekly intervals, commencing 12 months post operatively.
Methods:
CARE guidelines informed the case study report. Positive changes in erectile function after electroacupuncture was recorded using validated scores (IIEF-5 and EHS). Qualitative information was collected via a feedback box.
Discussion:
Given that current treatments for post radical prostatectomy erectile dysfunction are invasive and largely unsuccessful, further investigation into electroacupuncture for this population should be pursued.
