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Treatment of Male Erectile Dysfunction Using the Active Vacuum Assist Device
Author(s) -
Bodansky H.J.
Publication year - 1994
Publication title -
diabetic medicine
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 1.474
H-Index - 145
eISSN - 1464-5491
pISSN - 0742-3071
DOI - 10.1111/j.1464-5491.1994.tb00295.x
Subject(s) - medicine , erectile dysfunction , intensive care medicine
Erectile dysfunction is a common feature in men with diabetes. The efficacy and acceptability of a new battery‐powered vacuum assist device, the ‘Active’ was assessed over 6 months in 19 diabetic men, median age 59 (38–66) years, of whom 9 had ECG evidence of autonomic neuropathy. Their pre‐treatment duration of impotence was 24 (12–168) months and their expectation of restored sexual activity was 8 (1–28) times per month. The effect of the device was assessed using visual analogue scales (range 1–10) at 3 and 6 months. Eleven patients continued to use their device over 6 months. Self‐assessment values for sexual satisfaction, partners's sexual satisfaction, and self‐esteem significantly increased over 6 months. In those continuing to use the device, it was considered highly effective, painless in use and not embarrassing. Despite wearing a constriction ring to maintain their erection, ejaculation was satisfactory. The device was used four times per month on average.