Erectile dysfunction: Proposed definition and staging for early diagnosis
Abstract
Erectile dysfunction (ED) is considered a forerunner of cardiovascular disease. Early diagnosis of ED is important for identifying silent cardiovascular illness and reducing morbidity and mortality. ED has to be diagnosed before it interferes with sexual function. Various aspects of ED, methods to assess ED, and different types of ED are briefly discussed in this article. The proposed definition and staging of ED help in early diagnosis and are expected to revolutionize the current concepts of diagnosis and management of ED.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Sexual function and dysfunction studies
Hormonal and reproductive studies
Genital Health and Disease
Publication details
- Journal / source
- World Journal of Methodology
- Publisher
- Baishideng Publishing Group Inc.
- Volume
- 16
- Issue
- 1
- Pages
- 107910–107910
- Publication date
- 10 February 2026
- Language
- EN