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    Transurethral prostatectomy did not result in complete erectile dysfunction in patients studied. Objective monitoring confirmed preserved penile erection, highlighting the importance of data-driven assessments.

    Area of Science:

    • Urology
    • Sleep Medicine
    • Neuroscience

    Background:

    • Transurethral prostatectomy (TURP) is a common procedure for benign prostatic hyperplasia.
    • Concerns exist regarding potential postoperative sexual dysfunction, specifically erectile dysfunction.
    • Objective assessment methods are crucial for evaluating surgical outcomes.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To objectively assess the impact of transurethral prostatectomy on penile erection.
    • To investigate the relationship between sleep patterns and nocturnal penile tumescence post-surgery.

    Main Methods:

    • Utilized electroencephalography (EEG), electro-oculography (EOG), and penile plethysmography.
    • Monitored 14 patients undergoing transurethral prostatectomy.
    • Collected data preoperatively and postoperatively, correlating with rapid eye movement (REM) sleep.

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    Main Results:

    • No instances of complete loss of penile erection were observed postoperatively.
    • Penile erection capability was maintained in all studied patients.
    • Objective physiological data confirmed preserved erectile function.

    Conclusions:

    • Transurethral prostatectomy does not appear to cause complete erectile dysfunction.
    • Objective monitoring is superior to subjective patient reports for assessing erectile function after TURP.
    • Further research should focus on objective outcome measures in urological surgery.