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World J Nephrol. Nov 6, 2014; 3(4): 220-229
Published online Nov 6, 2014. doi: 10.5527/wjn.v3.i4.220
Published online Nov 6, 2014. doi: 10.5527/wjn.v3.i4.220
Table 1 Possible causes of erectile dysfunction in chronic kidney disease patients
| Abnormalities in the gonadal and pituitary systems |
| Testosterone↓ |
| LH↑, FSH↑ |
| Prolactin↑ |
| Endothelial dysfunction |
| Hypertension, diabetes, hyperlipidemia |
| Autonomic neuropathy |
| Anemia (Erythropoietin↓) |
| Secondary hyperparathyroidism |
| Drugs |
| Diuretics |
| Agonists for α-2 adrenergic receptors and β-blockers |
| Cimetidine |
| Tricyclic antidepressants |
| Depression |
| Zinc deficiency |
- Citation: Suzuki E, Nishimatsu H, Oba S, Takahashi M, Homma Y. Chronic kidney disease and erectile dysfunction. World J Nephrol 2014; 3(4): 220-229
- URL: https://www.wjgnet.com/2220-6124/full/v3/i4/220.htm
- DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.5527/wjn.v3.i4.220
