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Sexual Impact of Treatment of Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms Associated with Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia

Authors: Herbert J. Wiser, Tobias S. Köhler

Published in: Current Urology Reports | Issue 4/2010

Abstract

Lower urinary tract symptoms associated with benign prostatic hyperplasia (LUTS/BPH) and the treatment of these conditions are commonly associated with sexual dysfunction. The effects on sexual function of common medical and surgical therapies used in the treatment of LUTS/BPH are reviewed. Also discussed is the emerging use of phosphodiesterase inhibitors in the treatment of LUTS/BPH.

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Title: Sexual Impact of Treatment of Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms Associated with Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
Authors: Herbert J. Wiser
Tobias S. Köhler
Publication date: 01-07-2010
Publisher: Current Science Inc.
Published in: Current Urology Reports / Issue 4/2010
Print ISSN: 1527-2737
Electronic ISSN: 1534-6285
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s11934-010-0112-x

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