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Bulbocavernosus reflex testing in 100 consecutive cases of erectile dysfunction.

A J Wabrek

    Urology
    |May 1, 1985
    PubMed
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    Bulbocavernosus reflex testing in males with erectile dysfunction revealed abnormal reflexes in 9% of cases. This testing is crucial for guiding treatment decisions like penile revascularization or sex therapy.

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    Area of Science:

    • Urology
    • Neurophysiology
    • Sexual Medicine

    Background:

    • Electrophysiologic testing of the bulbocavernosus reflex is a common diagnostic tool for erectile dysfunction.
    • The frequency of abnormal bulbocavernosus reflex findings in patients with erectile dysfunction requires further investigation.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To determine the incidence of prolonged or absent bulbocavernosus reflexes in males with erectile dysfunction.
    • To evaluate the clinical utility of routine bulbocavernosus reflex testing in the workup of erectile dysfunction.

    Main Methods:

    • Prospective study of 100 consecutive males referred to a hospital-based sexual medicine program for erectile dysfunction.
    • Electrophysiologic testing was performed to assess bulbocavernosus reflex latency and presence.

    Main Results:

    • Four percent of patients exhibited prolonged bulbocavernosus reflex latency (greater than 43 msec).
    • An additional 5% of patients had an absent bulbocavernosus reflex.
    • A total of 9% of the study population presented with abnormal reflex findings.

    Conclusions:

    • Bulbocavernosus reflex testing is indicated for patients considering penile revascularization or sex therapy.
    • Abnormal reflex latency may contraindicate penile revascularization and warrants cautious expectations for sex therapy outcomes.
    • Routine bulbocavernosus reflex testing may not be necessary for all patients with erectile dysfunction.

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