Increased Endothelial Apoptotic Cell Density in Human Diabetic Erectile Tissue-Comparison with Clinical Data

We provided evidence for the first time that loss of cavernosal EC integrity is a crucial event involved in diabetic ED. Furthermore, we were able to establish a threshold between ACD values and cavernosal tissue functionality, as assessed by PNORT and vasoactive ICI. Costa C, Soares R, Castela Â, Adães S, Hastert V, Vendeira P, and Virag R. Increased endothelial apoptotic cell density in human diabetic erectile tissue-Comparison with clinical data. J Sex Med 2009;6:826-835.