Erectile dysfunction is becoming a common urological problem affecting men worldwide, with almost 40% of men at and above the age of 40 years being affected by the disease, at various levels.
Whilst there are several conservative and interventional treatments for erectile dysfunction, they would treat but not cure the disease.
What is Stem cells
Stem cells exist as undifferentiated cells. They are present in the embryonic and adult stages of life and are considered as a source for differentiated cells that make up the building blocks of tissue and organs.
Due to their abundant source and high differentiation potential, stem cells are considered as potential new therapeutic agents for various medical conditions.
Recently, there has been a vested interest to investigate their use in male sexual dysfunction.
Stem Cell Therapy for Erectile Dysfunction
According to the European Association of Urology’s latest press release, new clinical trial results demonstrated the ability of stem cells to restore sufficient erectile function to allow previously impotent men to have spontaneous intercourse. This is the first time stem cell therapy has produced patients who have recovered sufficient erectile function to enable intercourse.
In recent years several groups have worked to develop stem cell therapy as a cure for erectile dysfunction. None of the male participants reported significant side effects over the trial period, or in the following year. Within 6 months of the treatment, 8 out of the 21 patients reported that they had recovered sufficient erectile function to achieve penetrative) sexual activity. This improvement has been maintained for a year, indicating that this treatment may confer long-term benefits.
Stem Cell Therapy Results
Results presented at the European Association of Urology conference in London show that 8 out of 21 have successfully regained sexual function.
We use stem cells taken from abdominal fat cells via liposuction (under local anesthetic as an office-based procedure). After isolating the stem cells, they were injected into the corpus cavernosum area of the penis. The patients are able to be discharged the same day.
Is stem cell therapy for ED Safe
This treatment is suitable for men seeking to improve their sexual performance without taking medication and/or any other external treatment, also the patient with Diabetes, Hypertension, and other diseases can benefit from this safe treatment.
Some patients might feel the benefit immediately after the treatment, but the majority will feel gradual improvement over the next 2 to 3 months, with the maximum effects achieved at 6 months.
