A novel approach using electroacupuncture for erectile dysfunction after radical prostatectomy: A case report

Research shows that electrical stimulation to damaged peripheral nerves has promising effects on nerve regeneration and recovery of function.A 71 yr. old male, who was 12 months post left intrafacial and right incremental nerve sparing robotic radical prostatectomy received 6 sessions of sacral electroacupuncture/acupuncture at weekly intervals, commencing 12 months post operatively.CARE guidelines informed the case study report. Positive changes in erectile function after electroacupuncture was recorded using validated scores (IIEF-5 and EHS). Qualitative information was collected via a feedback box.Given that current treatments for post radical prostatectomy erectile dysfunction are invasive and largely unsuccessful, further investigation into electroacupuncture for this population should be pursued.