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A historical review of erectile dysfunction

Luc Valiquette

Department of Surgery (Urology), University of Montreal, Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Address correspondence to Dr. Luc Valiquette, 301-235 blvd. René Lévesque Est, Montreal, QC H2X 1N8 Canada

Canadian Journal of Urology 2003, 10(Suppl.1), 7-11.

Abstract

Over the last three decades, there has been a significant increase in our understanding of the physiologic mechanisms responsible for erectile dysfunction. Erectile dysfunction has become a topic of considerable media and societal interest and acceptance. Paralleling the increase in knowledge has been an explosion in therapeutic options. This article will evaluate the therapeutic options, from a historical perspective of what has been available, and outline the progress that has been made.

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