Sildenafil for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease: A Randomized ...

Our results do not support the routine clinical use of sildenafil for treatment of COPD with emphysema who lack pulmonary hypertension at rest. Future studies should focus on the effects of sildenafil used for traditional indications in these patients. ... Supported by Pfizer through the Viagra Research Grants Program (Grant #1022). Dr. Lederer ...

Erectile Dysfunction in Men with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease

Erectile dysfunction (ED) seems to be a widespread sexual issue in men affected by chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Multiple causes appear to be involved such as hormonal imbalance, smoking habit, chronic inflammation, endothelial dysfunction, chronic hypoxia, psychiatric disorders (depression and anxiety), and medications.

Efficacy and safety of Sildenafil treatment in pulmonary hypertension ...

Aims: Pulmonary hypertension (PH) is a severe and prevalent complication of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), with low quality of life and poor prognosis. This study was designed to evaluate the efficacy and safety of Sildenafil in the treatment of PH caused by COPD (COPD-PH) and provide reference for clinical treatment.