Erectile Function After Percutaneous Coronary Intervention in Men With Heart Attack or Stable Angina: A Prospective Observational Study

What this Trial Is About

Researchers are evaluating erectile function changes in men who have undergone percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) due to either a heart attack or stable angina. The study aims to understand the long-term effect of myocardial infarction on erectile function and to investigate whether erectile dysfunction can predict future cardiac events. This prospective comparative study also looks at various factors influencing erectile status after PCI, including cardiac vessel conditions and medical measurements. Male patients who have successfully undergone PCI are categorized into two groups based on their diagnosis: those with acute myocardial infarction and those with stable angina. The study involves follow-up assessments at baseline (post-recovery), 3 months, and 6 months after PCI. During these visits, participants complete several questionnaires, including the International Index of Erectile Function (IIEF), Beck Depression Inventory, and Fear of Cardiac Recurrence and Progression Scale. Clinical evaluations include cardiac function scores, laboratory tests such as testosterone levels, and measurements of body mass index and waist circumference. Participants will be regularly monitored through face-to-face interviews by trained medical staff during the follow-up visits. The study measures changes in erectile function scores from baseline to 6 months post-PCI. Additional data on medications, medical conditions, and procedural details are also collected to provide a comprehensive understanding of erectile function changes. The total study duration for each participant is 6 months following the PCI procedure.

"Erectile Function After PCI in MI and Non-MI Patients"