title: Clinical trial of a simplified vacuum erection device for impotence treatment.
abstract: Thirty-one men participated in a clinical trial of a simplified vacuum erection device (Catalyst) in which the pump and penile cylinder have been combined to facilitate the pumping required to induce a vacuum. Of the 28 men who completed the three-month trial, 26 (93%) reported overall satisfaction with the device and an intention to continue its use, and 2 men were unable to maintain a satisfactory erection. Episodes of mild bruising or development of petechiae occurred in 9 men. None of the complications required treatment or prevented safe use of the device. Our experience with this new vacuum device indicates a high degree of patient satisfaction and minimal complications. On average, patients rated ease of use high at all follow-up visits.
authors.affiliation: Department of Urologic Surgery, University of Minnesota Hospital and Clinic, Minneapolis.
authors.forename: A A
authors.initials: AA
authors.lastname: Sidi
authors.forename: J H
authors.initials: JH
authors.lastname: Lewis
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D000368:Aged; D004864:Equipment and Supplies; D007172:Erectile Dysfunction / Q000628:therapy*; D005500:Follow-Up Studies; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D017060:Patient Satisfaction