Artificial intelligence(AI)is a complex combination of multidisciplinary machines and systems that can replicate human-like cognitive tasks to execute capabilities such as pattern recognition,decision-making,and probl...Artificial intelligence(AI)is a complex combination of multidisciplinary machines and systems that can replicate human-like cognitive tasks to execute capabilities such as pattern recognition,decision-making,and problem-solving.Dating back to the 2000s,AI has been utilized in the medical field,however the interest in this subject has sharply increased over the past several years.Erectile dysfunction(ED)is an increasingly pervasive issue as men age,affecting up to 150 million men worldwide.In the field of men's health,AI has been employed to assist physicians in the evaluation and management of ED.This article aims to summarize the ways in which AI has been utilized in the management of ED,as well as the considerations that must be made when implementing this technology.AI can be utilized for virtual health assistance to protect patient privacy and increase access to care.Augmented reality can aid surgeons in real-time during operations,as well as be utilized to prepare physicians for situations that they may encounter in the operating room.Pharmaceutical companies can benefit from AI in the interpretation of data,analysis of chemical compounds and in drug development.Additionally,AI can be used to assist patients in post-procedure recovery in the form of rehabilitation and post-treatment monitoring.While the utilization of AI in men's health is an exciting venture,there are tremendous ethical and practical considerations that have limited its use in the management of ED.展开更多
Backgound:Given the overall aging of the population,erectile dysfunction(ED)has become an increasingly relevant issue.When elective surgery is offered,the patient's age is often noted as a potential limiting facto...Backgound:Given the overall aging of the population,erectile dysfunction(ED)has become an increasingly relevant issue.When elective surgery is offered,the patient's age is often noted as a potential limiting factor.The aim of this study is to investigate the safety of implanting penile prostheses(PPs)in men 90 years and older,and report the potential complications associated with this population.Methods:The database was screened between the years 2003 and 2023 to identify patients at least 90 years and older who underwent implantation of PP by a single surgeon at MD Anderson Cancer Center and Memorial Hermann Texas Medical Center.We collected demographic information,their anesthesia perioperative assessment,surgical procedure details,and postoperative pathway.Results:Between 2003 and 2023,2000 men underwent PP surgery.Three patients were 90 years or older at the time of PP surgeries.All surgeries were performed without intraoperative or postoperative complications.Following the surgery,patients were monitored,and the patients with implantations demonstrated the ability to use the device and reported satisfaction.Conclusion:This case series demonstrates that implantation of PP is a safe and effective treatment for elderly men with ED.Maintaining a satisfactory sexual life in this age group is vital and achievable through inflatable PP insertion.There are several factors that must be considered prior to operating on an older patient.However,with proper patient selection and preoperative optimization,this operation can be effectively performed in these patients.展开更多
文摘Artificial intelligence(AI)is a complex combination of multidisciplinary machines and systems that can replicate human-like cognitive tasks to execute capabilities such as pattern recognition,decision-making,and problem-solving.Dating back to the 2000s,AI has been utilized in the medical field,however the interest in this subject has sharply increased over the past several years.Erectile dysfunction(ED)is an increasingly pervasive issue as men age,affecting up to 150 million men worldwide.In the field of men's health,AI has been employed to assist physicians in the evaluation and management of ED.This article aims to summarize the ways in which AI has been utilized in the management of ED,as well as the considerations that must be made when implementing this technology.AI can be utilized for virtual health assistance to protect patient privacy and increase access to care.Augmented reality can aid surgeons in real-time during operations,as well as be utilized to prepare physicians for situations that they may encounter in the operating room.Pharmaceutical companies can benefit from AI in the interpretation of data,analysis of chemical compounds and in drug development.Additionally,AI can be used to assist patients in post-procedure recovery in the form of rehabilitation and post-treatment monitoring.While the utilization of AI in men's health is an exciting venture,there are tremendous ethical and practical considerations that have limited its use in the management of ED.
文摘Backgound:Given the overall aging of the population,erectile dysfunction(ED)has become an increasingly relevant issue.When elective surgery is offered,the patient's age is often noted as a potential limiting factor.The aim of this study is to investigate the safety of implanting penile prostheses(PPs)in men 90 years and older,and report the potential complications associated with this population.Methods:The database was screened between the years 2003 and 2023 to identify patients at least 90 years and older who underwent implantation of PP by a single surgeon at MD Anderson Cancer Center and Memorial Hermann Texas Medical Center.We collected demographic information,their anesthesia perioperative assessment,surgical procedure details,and postoperative pathway.Results:Between 2003 and 2023,2000 men underwent PP surgery.Three patients were 90 years or older at the time of PP surgeries.All surgeries were performed without intraoperative or postoperative complications.Following the surgery,patients were monitored,and the patients with implantations demonstrated the ability to use the device and reported satisfaction.Conclusion:This case series demonstrates that implantation of PP is a safe and effective treatment for elderly men with ED.Maintaining a satisfactory sexual life in this age group is vital and achievable through inflatable PP insertion.There are several factors that must be considered prior to operating on an older patient.However,with proper patient selection and preoperative optimization,this operation can be effectively performed in these patients.
