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. 1987 Aug;16(4):301-9.
doi: 10.1007/BF01542139.

Adherence to recommendations and improvement over time in men with erectile dysfunction

L Tiefer  1 , A Melman
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Adherence to recommendations and improvement over time in men with erectile dysfunction

L Tiefer et al. Arch Sex Behav. 1987 Aug.

Abstract

Men with erectile problems seen for a comprehensive urology-department-based medical and psychological evaluation were sent questionnaires 2 to 3 years later. A representative sample of 99 (52%) responded. The majority (51%) has taken no action and reported that their sexual function was no better. Patients were more likely to comply with a recommendation for sex therapy than with one for a penile prosthesis. This was related to their attitude towards mental health professionals. These findings suggest the need for more knowledge of patient psychology and expectations.

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