Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial Evaluating the Efficacy of Platelet-Rich-Plasma (PRP) for Erectile Dysfunction
There is great interest in restorative therapies (platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections, shockwave therapy and stem cell therapy) for ED given their non-invasive nature. However, data is still limited and requires further research prior to widespread adoption. Unfortunately, therapies such as PRP injections are being widely used without clinical evidence demonstrating its safety or effectiveness for the treatment of erectile dysfunction. 2-7 To date, there are no treatments that address the underlying cause of endothelial dysfunction, although low-intensity shockwave therapy for ED has shown promising results. Platelet-derived therapies targeting inflammation and promoting tissue/nerve regeneration and may represent a potential treatment option towards this direction. The investigators propose to perform Canada's first pilot RCT to evaluate and safety and efficacy of PRP for the treatment of ED.
• The patient must be able willing and able to provide informed consent. The investigators wil enroll males between \>30 and \<70 years of age who have ED based on IIEF scores (score between 16 and 25.) with patients suffering from erectile dysfunction lasting for over 6 months and not more than 5 years as per history provided by patient.
⁃ The patient has been in a stable relationship for over 3 months prior to enrollment with a minimum of 2 sexual attempts per month for at least one month prior to enrollment.
⁃ A1C level ≤ 7% within 1 month prior to enrollment.