Associated Factors with Erectile Dysfunction in Hemodialysis Patients at Dr. Reksodiwiryo Hospital Padang

DOI: https://doi.org/10.32867/inakidney.v2i3.218
Keywords: Chronic Kidney Disease, Erectile Dysfunction, Hemodialysis

Abstract

Background: Erectile dysfunction (ED) is a common condition affecting a significant number of men worldwide, with its prevalence particularly high among patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD).

Objective: This study aims to investigate the association between ED and CKD in patients undergoing hemodialysis.

Methods: This study used a survey approach, designed with cross-sectional involving 24 male patients undergoing hemodialysis at the hospital from January to July 2024. Data were gathered using the IIEF-5 questionnaire as well as patient records. The severity of ED was classified based on IIEF-5 scores, and data analysis was conducted using SPSS.

Results: Most respondents (58.3%) were under 60 years old, with 58.3% having hemoglobin levels below 10 g/dL and 79.2% with a KT/V ratio under 1.8. ED prevalence was high at 95.8%, with severe ED affecting 54.2%. A significant correlation existed between KT/V and ED severity p<0.05, while hemoglobin levels showed no significant association p>0.05. The high prevalence of ED in CKD patients undergoing hemodialysis highlights the importance of regular screening and early intervention. The study indicates that sufficient hemodialysis, as measured by the Kt/V ratio, could be essential in reducing the severity of ED in this group. However, hemoglobin levels did not show a significant connection to ED severity, which contrasts with certain earlier research findings.

Conclusion: Erectile dysfunction is common among CKD patients undergoing hemodialysis, with insufficient dialysis being a key contributing factor. This highlights the need to maintain adequate dialysis to reduce the severity of ED in these individuals.

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2025-12-24
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Vidiansyah A, Putra M, Veronike E, Harun H. Associated Factors with Erectile Dysfunction in Hemodialysis Patients at Dr. Reksodiwiryo Hospital Padang. inakidney [Internet]. 24Dec.2025 [cited 5Mar.2026];2(3):108-13. Available from: https://inakidneyhypertension.co.id/index.php/inakidney/article/view/218
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