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New Body of Research Suggests Statin Use Benefits Multiple Areas of Urologic Health
Date:4/27/2009

ressive prostate cancer.

Abstract 925: Statin use and development of erectile dysfunction

Statins may provide the added benefit of reducing a man's risk of developing erectile dysfunction in association with the drug's use in vascular disease.

Abstract 1646: Statin and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug use and development of urologic outcomes

The combined use of statins and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) may further decrease the risk of developing lower urinary tract symptoms related to benign prostatic hyperplasia.

"These studies add to a growing body of literature supporting the beneficial effects of statins in certain subsets of patients," said J. Brantley Thrasher, MD, an AUA spokesman.

NOTE TO REPORTERS: Experts are available to discuss this study outside normal briefing times. To arrange an interview with an expert, please contact the AUA Communications Office at the number below or e-mail Lacey Dean at LDean@AUAnet.org.

About the American Urological Association: Founded in 1902 and headquartered near Baltimore, Maryland, the American Urological Association is the pre-eminent professional organization for urologists, with more than 16,000 members throughout the world. An educational nonprofit organization, the AUA pursues its mission of fostering the highest standards of urologic care by carrying out a wide variety of programs for members and their patients.

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