The use of phosphodiesterase inhibitors in the treatment of female sexual dysfunction: scoping review
Joana Catarina Costa Martins,
Ana Rosa Cristão Afonso Lucas,
Joana Margarida Meneses Costa
Abstract:Objective:The purpose of this study was to analyze the available evidence regarding the efficacy of iPDE5 in the treatment of female sexual dysfunction (FSD).Methods: A comprehensive literature search was conducted in March 2023 through the main scientific databases.Results: A total of 53 articles were identified, out of which, 6 met the predefined inclusion criteria. All of these were randomized controlled trials. Among the included studies, 4 demonstrated the effectiveness of sildenafil in improving sexual r… Show more
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