Abstract

Erectile dysfunction (ED) is a health problem which mainly effects elderly men and this problem has become a more important health problem with the increased life expectancy. The basic risk factors of ED are hypertension, dyslipidemia, diabetes mellitus, and atherosclerotic heart disease which also have a higher incidence in the elderly men. The aim of this review article is to highlight the age- related changes in ED together with recommendations for patient evaluation and treatment.

Cite this article as: Gökçe Mİ, Yaman Ö. Erectile dysfunction in the elderly male. Turk J Urol 2017; 43: 247-51