Erectile dysfunction, sleep disorders, and endothelial function

Alex Konstantinovsky, Snait Tamir, Giora Katz, Orna Tzischinsky, Nina Kuchersky, Nava Blum, Arnon Blum

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Abstract

Erectile dysfunction (ED) is a syndrome associated with endothelial dysfunction, which may predict cardiovascular events in men presenting with this syndrome. It has been shown to be associated with a higher rate of acute myocardial Infarction and cardiovascular mortality, vascular Inflammation, and impaired endothelial function. In this review we present the literature findings and describe the mechanistic pathways that are known to be Involved in this syndrome and its related clinical consequences.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)408-411
Number of pages4
JournalIsrael Medical Association Journal
Volume21
Issue number6
StatePublished - Jun 2019

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Keywords

  • Endothelial function
  • Erectile dysfunction
  • Nitric oxide (NO)
  • Sleep medicine
  • Sudden death

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