[Low-intensity shock wave therapy for erectile dysfunction: Progression in application].

The prevalence of erectile dysfunction (ED) is increasing, especially among men over 40 years old, and is positively correlated with age. It is predicted that there will be as many as 300 million ED patients around the world by the year 2025. Recent years has witnessed deeper insights into the pathophysiological mechanisms of ED and significant breakthroughs in its treatment. However, few achievements have been made in the studies of its...