Korean J Androl.  2005 Dec;23(3):111-115.

The Relationship between Benign Prostate Hyperplasia and Erectile Dysfunction: What is Reality?

• Chung WS

Abstract

Both erectile dysfunction and lower urinary tract symptoms(LUTS) associated with benign prostatic hyperplasia are highly prevalent among men over age 50 years, and both can detract from overall quality of life. While both of these conditions increase with age, it is not clear if they are related beyond this age association. Many recent comprehensive population-based studies have provided epidemiological evidence of a clear and clinically meaningful association between the two conditions. Several underlying mechanisms responsible for this association have been suggested and studied. With our knowledge of the relationship between LUTS and male erectile dysfunction has come a new insight into the evaluation and management of patients with both conditions. Additional basic research and clinical studies are required to gain a better understanding of their relationship, and an appropriate integrated management approach is warranted for men with LUTS and erectile dysfunction.

Keyword

Benign prostate hyperplasia; Lower urinary tract symptoms; Erectile dysfunction

MeSH Terms

Erectile Dysfunction*
Humans
Hyperplasia*
Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms
Male
Prostate*
Prostatic Hyperplasia
Quality of Life
Urinary Tract