title: The vacuum erection device. A noninvasive treatment for impotence.
abstract: In 30 men we have tested the vacuum device after determining the cause of their impotence. 90% achieved penile rigidity sufficient for vaginal penetration. 10% didn't want to use it. Of the 30 men 20 (66%) reported that they used the device regularly after at least 6 months. In 4 patients the development of ecchymoses and petechiae was the reason to stop using the device. The vacuum device appears to be a safe, noninvasive and effective treatment for all causes of impotence.
authors.affiliation: Department of Urology, De Wever Hospital, Heerlen, The Netherlands.
authors.forename: E L
authors.initials: EL
authors.lastname: van Thillo
authors.forename: K P
authors.initials: KP
authors.lastname: Delaere
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D000368:Aged; D007172:Erectile Dysfunction / Q000209:etiology / Q000503:physiopathology / Q000628:therapy*; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D010410:Penile Erection; D014572:Urology / Q000295:instrumentation* / Q000379:methods