Tossoulegue A
Benin
Research Article
Determinants of Erectile Dysfunction in Hemodialysis Patients in CNHU-HKM, Cotonou
Author(s): Agboton BL, Avakoudjo J, Azonbakin S, Hazoume R, Tossoulegue A, Bigot C, Ahoui S, Agboton C and Rostaing LAgboton BL, Avakoudjo J, Azonbakin S, Hazoume R, Tossoulegue A, Bigot C, Ahoui S, Agboton C and Rostaing L
Objective: The purpose of this study is to identify determinants of erectile dysfunction in hemodialysis patients in CNHU-HKM, Cotonou.
Method: It was a cross-sectional, descriptive and analytical study conducted over a period of six months, from 1st March to 30th August 2017. Prospective data collection was carried out, along with a comprehensive census of hemodialysis patients meeting inclusion criteria. Sexual function was assessed through full version of International Index of Erectile Function (IIEF).
Results: 114 hemodialysis patients were included in the study, with mean age estimated at 51.05 years ± 11.66. Among the study population, 100 patients (87.7%) had hypertension as comorbidity, hypertensive Nephropathy (67.5%) and Diabetic Nephropathy (14%). The average duration on dialysis was 74.34 &plusm.. View More»
