Summary:
In patients with diabetes mellitus-induced erectile dysfunction (DMED), moxibustion combined with low-dose tadalafil significantly improved erectile function by increasing penile blood flow, benefiting qi, and activating blood circulation compared to low-dose tadalafil alone or moxibustion alone, though it was associated with minimal side effects.
| PICO | Description |
|---|---|
| Population | Patients with diabetes mellitus-induced erectile dysfunction (DMED). |
| Intervention | Moxibustion combined with low-dose tadalafil. |
| Comparison | Tadalafil alone or moxibustion alone. |
| Outcome | Combined therapy significantly improved erectile function by increasing penile blood flow and improving clinical symptoms. The treatment was well-tolerated, with minimal side effects reported. |
Source: Tao Liu, et al. “Moxibustion combined with low-dose tadalafil for diabetes mellitus-induced erectile dysfunction: A prospective, single-center, three-arm randomized controlled trial.” Read article here.
