Shock Wave Therapy for Erectile Dysfunction: Marketing and Practice Trends in Major Metropolitan Areas in the United States.

James M WeinbergerGary K ShahinyanShangyang C YangRobert H ShahinyanJesse N MillsSriram V Eleswarapu

Published in: Urology practice (2022)

SWT, as a restorative therapy for ED, is performed primarily by nonurologists and is not standardized. Direct-to-consumer marketing is used to target distressed men. This study highlights concerning trends in major metropolitan markets, given the substantial financial impact for patients and inconsistent credentials among providers. Further, these findings suggest that patients are frequently seeking care for ED from nonurologists.

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