Urology
New urology study findings have been reported by scientists at University of Melbourne, Department of Urology
Published in Drug Week, January 12th, 2007
A report, "The effect of androgen status on the structural and functional success of cavernous nerve grafting in an experimental rat model," is newly published data in The Journal of Urology. According to a study from Melbourne, Australia, "Iatrogenic erectile dysfunction following radical prostatectomy is primarily neurogenic in origin. Attempts to improve postoperative potency aim to preserve or regenerate the autonomic cavernous nerves."
"Testosterone is integral for erectile function and it has profound positive effects on nerve regeneration. Androgen ablation impairs nerve regeneration. In this animal study we evaluated whether testosterone deprivation effects...
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Source: Drug Week (2007-01-12)
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