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Review
. 2016 Aug;5(4):409-15.
doi: 10.21037/tau.2016.05.11.

The epidemiology of premature ejaculation

Theodore Robert Saitz  1 , Ege Can Serefoglu  2
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Review

The epidemiology of premature ejaculation

Theodore Robert Saitz et al. Transl Androl Urol. 2016 Aug.

Abstract

Vast advances have occurred over the past decade with regards to understanding the epidemiology, pathophysiology and management of premature ejaculation (PE); however, we still have much to learn about this common sexual problem. As a standardized evidence-based definition of PE has only recently been established, the reported prevalence rates of PE prior to this definition have been difficult to interpret. As a result, a large range of conflicting prevalence rates have been reported. In addition to the lack of a standardized definition and operational criteria, the method of recruitment for study participation and method of data collection have obviously contributed to the broad range of reported prevalence rates. The new criteria and classification of PE will allow for continued research into the diverse phenomenology, etiology and pathogenesis of the disease to be conducted. While the absolute pathophysiology and true prevalence of PE remains unclear, developing a better understanding of the true prevalence of the disease will allow for the completion of more accurate analysis and treatment of the disease.

Keywords: Epidemiology; premature ejaculation (PE); prevalence.

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The authors have no conflicts of interest to declare.

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