Erectile dysfunction may be an early warning for heart trouble in men with hypertension
NCT ID NCT07719790
First seen Jul 22, 2026 · Last updated Jul 23, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study investigates whether erectile dysfunction (ED) in men being treated for high blood pressure is linked to a hidden heart condition called subendocardial ischemia, where the heart muscle doesn't get enough oxygen. Researchers will compare a noninvasive heart test called the subendocardial viability ratio (SEVR) between men with and without ED. The goal is to see if ED can serve as an early, easy-to-spot sign of heart disease in this group.
What this could mean
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- What this could lead to
- If a link is found, erectile dysfunction could become a simple early warning sign for heart disease in men with high blood pressure, prompting earlier preventive care.
- What could go wrong
- This is an observational study, not a treatment trial, so it cannot prove cause and effect. The results may not apply to all men with hypertension.
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Hôpital Lariboisière
Paris, France, 75010, France
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