Impact of penile injections on men with erectile dysfunction after prostatectomy.

Penile injection has been shown to be an effective treatment for erectile dysfunction (ED) following prostatectomy, yet it is not commonly used by these men. The purpose of this study was to determine the impact on quality of life of injection treatment of ED in men after prostatectomy, as well as barriers to use. The study used a one-group, pretest/posttest design, with data collection before treatment, and one and three months after treatment. Use of penile injections resulted in improved erectile function, sexual self esteem and confidence, and satisfaction with the sexual relationship. Side effects reported were pain, priapism, bruising, and curvature or the penis.