Patient acceptance of and satisfaction with an external negative pressure device for impotence

A. A. Sidi, E. F. Becher, G. Zhang, J. H. Lewis

Research output: Contribution to journalArticlepeer-review

Abstract

Patient acceptance of and satisfaction with an external negative pressure device as a treatment for impotence were retrospectively analyzed among 100 men. The over-all satisfaction rate was 68%. Reasons for dissatisfaction with and discontinuing the use of the device included premature loss of penile tumescence and rigidity, pain or discomfort either during application of suction or during intercourse and inconvenience. Negative pressure therapy is an effective treatment for impotence of various etiologies and should be among treatment options offered to the impotent patient.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)1154-1156
Number of pages3
JournalJournal of Urology
Volume144
Issue number5
DOIs
StatePublished - 1990
Externally publishedYes

Fingerprint

Dive into the research topics of 'Patient acceptance of and satisfaction with an external negative pressure device for impotence'. Together they form a unique fingerprint.

Cite this