The Relationship between Erectile Dysfunction, Self-Esteem, and Depression in Post-Myocardial Infarction Patients.

The interplay between the physical and mental health of patients recovering from myocardial infarction (MI) is crucial. Erectile dysfunction (ED) is a common sexual issue, particularly among patients who have had a myocardial infarction and arterial diseases, and it significantly affects self-esteem and overall psychological well-being. Despite significant advances in cardiac rehabilitation, the psychosocial aspects, especially those related to sexual health, remain underexplored.