Process for diagnosing erectile dysfunction, and related methods

Details Process for diagnosing erectile dysfunction, and related methods Process for diagnosing erectile dysfunction, and related methods

1994-03-25

1996-01-09

Zele, Krista M.

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1286532, 12866001, 128774, 604 19, 604 54, 604 57, 604 93, 604181, 604288, A61B 5055, A61B 800, A61M 3100

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054820391

ABSTRACT:
A method for diagnosing vasculogenic erectile dysfunction, including vasculogenic impotence and Peyronie's syndrome, is provided. The method involves transurethral administration of a vasodilating agent to induce an erection, followed by hemodynamic evaluation using duplex ultrasonography, NMR, angiography, or the like. Kits for conducting the diagnostic method are provided as well, as are methods of treatment based on the diagnostic conclusion.

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