The journal of sexual medicine
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Sexual Dysfunction in Primary Care: An Exploratory Descriptive Analysis of Medical Record Diagnoses.
The prevalence of sexual dysfunction (SDx) diagnoses in primary care settings is not well known, which is a concern because of the high prevalence of comorbid chronic health conditions in patients diagnosed with SDx. ⋯ The high comorbidity of SDx with mental health, chronic pain and illnesses, and medication use adds to the growing evidence that sexual health and functioning are essential components of overall well-being and holistic care for men and women. Heiden-Rootes KM, Salas J, Gebauer S, et al. Sexual Dysfunction in Primary Care: An Exploratory Descriptive Analysis of Medical Record Diagnoses. J Sex Med 2017;14:1318-1326.
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Review Meta Analysis
Association Between Opioid Use and Risk of Erectile Dysfunction: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.
Opioid analgesics have been widely used to relieve chronic pain conditions; however, a connection between opioid analgesic administration and increased susceptibility to erectile dysfunction (ED) has been hypothesized. ⋯ Evidence from the included observational studies indicated that men with opioid use had a significantly increased risk of ED. Further randomized controlled trials are still needed to confirm this relation. Zhao S, Deng T, Luo L, et al. Association Between Opioid Use and Risk of Erectile Dysfunction: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. J Sex Med 2017;14:1209-1219.
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There is a lack of nationwide epidemiologic survey data on the prevalence estimate of erectile dysfunction (ED) in Chinese men living on the mainland China. ⋯ The national representative prevalence of ED was determined for the first time in the Chinese male population. Zhang X, Yang B, Li N, Li H. Prevalence and Risk Factors for Erectile Dysfunction in Chinese Adult Males. J Sex Med 2017;14:1201-1208.
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Review Meta Analysis Historical Article
The Natural History of Erectile Dysfunction After Prostatic Radiotherapy: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.
Erectile dysfunction (ED) after treatment for prostate cancer with radiotherapy (RT) is well known, and pooled estimates of ED after RT will provide more accurate patient education. ⋯ Definitions and measurements of ED after RT vary considerably in published series and could account for variability in the prevalence of reported ED. Loss to follow-up in studies could bias the results to overestimate ED. Gaither TW, Awad MA, Osterberg EC, et al. The Natural History of Erectile Dysfunction After Prostatic Radiotherapy: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. J Sex Med 2017;14:1071-1078.
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Review Meta Analysis
Association Between HIV Infection and Prevalence of Erectile Dysfunction: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.
The prevalence of erectile dysfunction (ED) in men positive for HIV has been reported to exceed the baseline of the general population. However, no meta-analysis or conclusive review has investigated whether individuals with HIV infection have a significantly higher prevalence of ED. ⋯ Evidence from the observational studies suggested that individuals with HIV infection had a significantly increased prevalence of ED despite significant heterogeneity. More research is warranted to clarify the relation between HIV infection and the prevalence of ED. Luo L, Deng T, Zhao S, et al. Association Between HIV Infection and Prevalence of Erectile Dysfunction: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. J Sex Med 2017;14:1125-1132.