Impact of Erectile Dysfunction on Confidence, Self-Esteem and Relationship Satisfaction After 9 Months of Sildenafil Citrate Treatment

Althof, Stanley E.; O’Leary, Michael P.; Cappelleri, Joseph C.; Crowley, Arthur R.; Tseng, Li‐Jung; Collins, Suzanne

doi:10.1016/j.juro.2006.07.019

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“…[14][15][16] The confidence domain is subdivided into self-esteem and overall relationship subscales. The total, domain and subscale scores of the SEAR questionnaire were computed by summing their respective items and standardizing them to a 0 to 100 scale (100 Â (actual raw scoreÀlowest possible raw score)/possible raw score range).…”

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Improvements in confidence, sexual relationship and satisfaction measures: results of a randomized trial of tadalafil 5 mg taken once daily

Seftel

Buvat

Althof³

et al. 2009

Int J Impot Res

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Section: Study Outcomesmentioning

confidence: 99%

Improvements in confidence, sexual relationship and satisfaction measures: results of a randomized trial of tadalafil 5 mg taken once daily

Seftel

Buvat

Althof³

et al. 2009

Int J Impot Res

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“…These findings held true across age groups and marital status with the exception of time concerns for men X66 years of age, for whom the improvement trended toward, but did not reach, statistical significance. 8,16,17 The importance of restoration of confidence has been reported in other studies showing the impact of sildenafil on selfesteem and confidence among men with ED, 5,18 as well as the impact of treatment with vardenafil on confidence. 19 Studies indicate that improved erectile function is associated with improved selfconfidence, self-esteem and relationship satisfaction, 5 thereby improving quality of life for men with ED.…”

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confidence: 61%

“…[2][3][4] Erectile dysfunction affects approximately one-half of men in the United States between the ages of 40 and 70 years, 1,2 and has considerable impact on men's selfesteem, quality of life, interpersonal relationships, and social and psychological well-being. 5,6 The availability of phosphodiesterase type 5 inhibitor therapies has significantly changed the management of ED. Beyond achieving adequate erections for successful sexual intercourse, men with ED seek treatments that provide more natural sexual outcomes with restoration of their sexual life.…”

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Daily patterns of sexual intercourse attempts by men with erectile dysfunction treated with tadalafil: influence of age and marital status

Shabsigh

Broderick

Althof³

et al. 2009

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This retrospective analysis examined the daily/weekly patterns of sexual activity, by age and marital status, of men with erectile dysfunction (ED) participating in a 12-week, multicenter, openlabel study of tadalafil (20 mg) as needed. The timing of intercourse attempts post dose and satisfaction were assessed using the Sexual Encounter Profile diary. Patients' behaviors regarding sexual self-confidence, spontaneity and time concerns were assessed with the Psychological and Interpersonal Relationship Scale. Overall, the timing of sexual intercourse attempts varied among patients, regardless of age or marital status; at least 46% of intercourse attempts occurred within the 4-36-h post-dose time interval. Across age groups and marital status, men treated with tadalafil reported greater satisfaction compared with baseline; they also reported fewer time concerns, improved self-confidence and improved spontaneity. Information regarding sexual behavioral patterns of men with ED is important to consider when discussing patient expectations.

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“…56 Following an initial 12 weeks of DBPC sildenafil therapy for ED, improvements were sustained for an additional 9 months. The positive correlations between EF and self-esteem, confidence and relationship satisfaction suggest that improved EF can improve longer term psychosocial quality of life.…”

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An assessment of patient-reported outcomes for men with erectile dysfunction: Pfizer's perspective

Cappelleri

Stecher

2008

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Patient-reported outcomes (PROs) for men with erectile dysfunction (ED) have blossomed in the published literature and at professional conferences. These outcomes have been central to study the science of ED itself and to evaluate efficacy of treatment for men with ED. In this review article we highlight and distinguish among seven key PROs: the International Index of Erectile Function, for sexual function including erectile function; the Sexual Health Inventory for Men (SHIM), for diagnosis of ED; the Quality of Erection Questionnaire, for satisfaction with quality of erections; the Erectile Dysfunction Inventory of Treatment Satisfaction, for personal evaluation of treatment received; the Self-Esteem And Relationship questionnaire, for emotional well-being; the Erection Hardness Score (EHS), for targeting erection hardness and the Sexual Experience Questionnaire, for erection (both function and quality), individual satisfaction and couples satisfaction. Depending on the purpose of the investigation, all seven PROs have merit for use in clinical trials and at least deserve consideration in clinical practice. The SHIM and the EHS, given their aims and brevity, deserve special consideration in clinical practice. As a unit these seven PROs complement and supplement each other. Which ones to choose in a particular undertaking depends on the objective or purpose of a given study. These PROs acknowledge that sexual dysfunction and its treatment have multiple dimensions. Each of these instruments represents a significant contribution to sexual medicine research and, when used judiciously and appropriately, can help to provide optimal patient care and management.

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Impact of Erectile Dysfunction on Confidence, Self-Esteem and Relationship Satisfaction After 9 Months of Sildenafil Citrate Treatment

Cited by 36 publications

References 18 publications

Improvements in confidence, sexual relationship and satisfaction measures: results of a randomized trial of tadalafil 5 mg taken once daily

Improvements in confidence, sexual relationship and satisfaction measures: results of a randomized trial of tadalafil 5 mg taken once daily

Daily patterns of sexual intercourse attempts by men with erectile dysfunction treated with tadalafil: influence of age and marital status

An assessment of patient-reported outcomes for men with erectile dysfunction: Pfizer's perspective

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