An assessment of a vacuum constriction device in treating erectile dysfunction

Male erectile dysfunction is a common health concern, affecting an estimated 15 million men between the ages of 18 to 59. A vacuum constriction device, a mechanical apparatus using vacuum pressure to draw blood into the erectile tissue of the penis and a constriction ring worn at the base of the erect penis to maintain the erection during intercourse, is a highly efficacious treatment when combined with an instructional protocol and systematic followup program.