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  • Erectile dysfunction (ED) is a common condition affecting men's health.
  • Systemic inflammation may play a role in the pathophysiology of ED.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the association between the systemic inflammation response index (SIRI) and erectile dysfunction (ED) in US men.

Main Methods:

  • Utilized National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) data (2001-2004).
  • Employed multivariate logistic regression and restricted cubic spline analysis.
  • Performed interaction analysis and propensity score matching for robust results.

Main Results:

  • A total of 3543 adults were analyzed, with 955 diagnosed with ED.
  • The highest tertile of SIRI showed a 1.70-fold increased odds of ED (95% CI: 1.16-2.50) compared to the lowest tertile.
  • A positive linear correlation was observed between SIRI levels and ED prevalence.

Conclusions:

  • A significant positive association exists between SIRI and ED prevalence in American men.
  • Inflammation is a potential contributing factor to erectile dysfunction.
  • Further research is warranted to elucidate the underlying mechanisms.