Review
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World J Nephrol. Nov 6, 2014; 3(4): 220-229
Published online Nov 6, 2014. doi: 10.5527/wjn.v3.i4.220
Table 1 Possible causes of erectile dysfunction in chronic kidney disease patients
Abnormalities in the gonadal and pituitary systems
Testosterone↓
LH↑, FSH↑
Prolactin↑
Endothelial dysfunction
Hypertension, diabetes, hyperlipidemia
Autonomic neuropathy
Anemia (Erythropoietin↓)
Secondary hyperparathyroidism
Drugs
Diuretics
Agonists for α-2 adrenergic receptors and β-blockers
Cimetidine
Tricyclic antidepressants
Depression
Zinc deficiency