[Vascular exploration of erectile dysfunction].
BACKGROUND
Since its development echo-Doppler investigation has become the mainstay in the diagnosis of vascular impotence. This paper reviews its present use.


METHODS
Personal experience and a review of the literature form the basis of a critical analysis of this investigation.


RESULTS
The standardised technique proposed by the AA for the echo-Doppler investigation of impotence includes: Doppler examination of the dorsal and deep arteries of the penis; a pharmacological test with volume measurements and direct examination of the penile arteries by pulsed echo-Doppler. Future developments will allow venous exploration (of the deep vein of the penis); power Doppler examination of the 2nd and 3rd degree arteries of the penis.


CONCLUSIONS
There is no present consensus. The arterial inflow, caverno-venous retention and overall size of the erection, can be quantified.
Hôpital Henri Mondor, Créteil.
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D000527:Alprostadil; D007172:Erectile Dysfunction / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging*; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D010413:Penis / Q000098:blood supply*; D012039:Regional Blood Flow; D018617:Ultrasonography, Doppler, Pulsed; D014665:Vasodilator Agents
D014665:Vasodilator Agents; D000527:Alprostadil
Exploration vasculaire des dysfonctions érectiles.