Erectile dysfunction due to venous leakage | UroChannel

Erectile dysfunction is a very common condition after a certain age. The underlying cause can vary quite a lot and might be caused by a reduced arterial inflow into the corpora cavernosa or nerve damage due to diabetes or surgical procedures. Veno-occlusive ED is diagnosed in many cases. It results from venous leakage due to reduced pressure from the penile corpora. They consist of smooth muscle and have to be able to relax to fill with blood. Fibrosis will prevent that as other conditions explained by Dr. med. Dr. phil. Stefan Buntrock in this video on UroChannel. Intracavernous pressure will compress the veins of the penis against the tunica albuginea which will close the veins and prevent blood from leaving the organ. Treatment options depend on the underlying problem. Smoking is a major contributor to venous leakage. To stop smoking will be beneficial for erections.