Brito Dr. Duarte, Alberto Dr. Jose, Fereira Dr. Ana, Gomes Dr. Gustavo, Eliseu Dr. Miguel, Lourenço Dr. Mario

(90) ERECTILE FUNCTION IN AMATEUR CYCLISTS

  • Urology
  • Reproductive Medicine
  • Endocrinology
  • Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism
  • Psychiatry and Mental health
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Abstract Objectives Cycling is a popular means of transport and recreational activity; bicycles are also a source of genitourinary injuries and there is the idea that cycling may have a significant impact on sexual function. To evaluate the effect of amateur cycling on erectile function Methods We used a questionnaire comparing amateur cyclists (n=199) and footballers (n=43), regarding sexual related comorbidities and hours of practice per week. The cyclists were also characterized in terms of road vs cross-country, breaks during cycling, saddle, and shorts. To evaluate erectile function, the International Index of Erectile Function questionnaire was applied. Results There was no difference in International Index of Erectile Function total score between groups. Age and presence of erectile dysfunction associated comorbidity were negative factors in the International Index of Erectile Function score in cyclists but not in the footballers. Conclusions Cycling is usually associated with perineal numbness, but that numbness did not lead to lower International Index of Erectile Function scores. Amateur cycling has no effect on EF. Conflicts of Interest None

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