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Radical Prostatectomy and Other Pelvic Surgeries

Effects on Erectile Function

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Male Sexual Function

Part of the book series: Current Clinical Urology ((CCU))

Abstract

Preservation of erectile function following pelvic surgery is an important variable in a patient’s quality of life. Despite currently available oral and minimally invasive treatments, erectile dysfunction following pelvic surgery and radical prostatectomy challenges most urologists because of the lower-than-anticipated success rates. Postoperative pharmacological penile rehabilitation programs employing oral, transurethral, and intracavernosal vasoactive drugs are suggested to be beneficial for most patients, allowing a faster and more complete recovery of erectile function. New data on cavernous nerve protection and/or regeneration will likely evolve into a new therapeutic avenue for patients who undergo radical pelvic surgery. The ultimate aim is to increase the quality of life in patients undergoing pelvic surgery including radical prostatectomy.

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Kendirci, M., Bejma, J., Hellstrom, W.J.G. (2006). Radical Prostatectomy and Other Pelvic Surgeries. In: Male Sexual Function. Current Clinical Urology. Humana Press. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-59745-155-0_7

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