| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4271990 | The Journal of Sexual Medicine | 2009 | 6 Pages |
Abstract
This is the first animal experimental study that demonstrates changes in the arteries of the corpora cavernosa after fractionated irradiation to the prostatic area. The preliminary data suggests that erectile dysfunction after radiotherapy might be caused by radiation damage to the arterial supply of the corpora cavernosa. van der Wielen GJ, Vermeij M, de Jong BWD, Schuit M, Marijnissen J, Kok DJ, van Weerden WM, and Incrocci L. Changes in the penile arteries of the rat after fractionated irradiation of the prostate: A pilot study. J Sex Med 2009;6:1908-1913.
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Authors
Gerard J. MD, Marcel Vermeij, Bas W.D. PhD, Maarten MD, Johannes PhD, Dik J. PhD, Wytske M. MSc, PhD, Luca MD, PhD,