Editing Erectile dysfunction (section)

===Pumps===
{{Main|penis pump}}

A vacuum erection device helps draw blood into the penis by applying negative pressure. This type of device is sometimes referred to as [[penis pump]] and may be used just prior to [[sexual intercourse]]. Several types of FDA approved vacuum therapy devices are available under prescription. When pharmacological methods fail, a purpose-designed external vacuum pump can be used to attain erection, with a separate compression ring fitted to the base of the penis to maintain it. These pumps should be distinguished from other [[penis pump]]s (supplied without compression rings) which, rather than being used for temporary treatment of impotence, are claimed to increase penis length if used frequently, or vibrate as an aid to [[masturbation]]. More drastically, inflatable or rigid penile implants may be fitted surgically.<ref name="lecturioerect">{{cite web|url=https://www.lecturio.com/concepts/erectile-dysfunction/|title=Erectile Dysfunction|website=The Lecturio Medical Concept Library|access-date=21 July 2021|archive-date=21 July 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210721163306/https://www.lecturio.com/concepts/erectile-dysfunction/|url-status=live}}</ref>