Prostate Cancer Side Effects: Erectile Dysfunction
Erectile dysfunction is a known complication of prostate cancer treatment, occurring at different points in time depending on the treatment used. However, it is still possible for men to be successfully treated for prostate cancer and yet retain their potency in the long term.
What is Erectile Dysfunction?
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Erectile dysfunction (impotence) is a known side effect of prostate cancer treatment (such as prostate surgery ie. Robotic Prostatectomy, hormonal therapy or radiotherapy).
Who should be concerned?
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Patients diagnosed with Prostate cancer.
How we can help?
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Assess most suitable technology and treatment combinations with the lowest risk of ED for your consideration.
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Prostate Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy (SBRT) is a recognized alternative outpatient treatment for prostate cancer which does not require surgery, and has been reported to have lower risk of erectile dysfunction (impotence)