Clinical Outcomes and Ejaculatory Function in BPO Patients Treated With Silodosin

Overview

This observational study aims to evaluate the relationship between silodosin-induced anejaculation and clinical outcomes in male patients with benign prostatic obstruction (BPO). Silodosin is a commonly used alpha-blocker for lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS). However, it may cause ejaculatory dysfunction, particularly anejaculation. In this study, patients receiving silodosin for the first time will be grouped based on whether they experience anejaculation or not. Treatment response will be assessed using urinary flow rate, post-void residual urine, and International Prostate Symptom Score (IPSS). Sexual function will be evaluated using the International Index of Erectile Function-5 (IIEF-5) before and after treatment. The study aims to explore whether the presence of anejaculation is associated with improved symptom relief or differences in sexual health.

This is a observational study designed to investigate the association between silodosin-induced anejaculation and clinical outcomes in patients diagnosed with benign prostatic obstruction (BPO). Silodosin is an alpha-1A adrenergic receptor antagonist frequently used in the treatment of lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) secondary to BPO. One of the common adverse effects of silodosin is ejaculatory dysfunction, particularly anejaculation or retrograde ejaculation. In this study, male patients over 40 years of age who are newly prescribed silodosin (8 mg/day) for LUTS will be enrolled. Baseline assessments will include serum PSA levels, prostate volume measurement via ultrasonography, uroflowmetry, post-void residual (PVR) urine volume, the International Prostate Symptom Score (IPSS), and the International Index of Erectile Function-5 (IIEF-5). These assessments will be repeated at the first routine follow-up visit, approximately one month after treatment initiation. Patients will be divided into two groups based on the presence or absence of anejaculation. The primary objective is to compare changes in LUTS-related parameters (IPSS, uroflowmetry, PVR) and erectile function (IIEF-5 scores) between the two groups. This study will help determine whether anejaculation, a common side effect of silodosin, correlates with improved therapeutic response or changes in sexual health outcomes.