ERECTILE DYSFUNCTION IN UZBEKISTAN: EPIDEMIOLOGY, RISK FACTORS, AND MODERN TREATMENT APPROACHES

Abstract

Erectile dysfunction is one of the most common, multifactorial, and clinically significant disorders of men's health. It not only reduces the quality of sexual life but also often manifests as an early clinical sign of cardiovascular, endocrine, metabolic, and psychogenic problems. The purpose of this literature review is to systematize the available scientific evidence on erectile dysfunction in Uzbekistan, highlight epidemiological gaps, identify key risk factors, and analyze modern treatment approaches based on scientific evidence. The analysis shows that while local literature contains some clinical observations and methodological works on ED, standardized nationwide epidemiological studies are still insufficient. International guidelines recommend a stepwise approach to diagnosing and treating ED, including lifestyle modification, PDE5 inhibitors, vacuum devices, intracavernosal therapy, and penile prostheses. Therefore, in the context of Uzbekistan, early detection of ED, active management of risk factors, and the implementation of a multidisciplinary clinical model remain priority directions.