Sexual therapy for the post coronary patient.

This paper examines the theory and research on the subject of sexual activity post myocardial infarction. An etiological model of sexual dysfunction following MI is presented, treatment implications from the model are discussed, and a treatment program with specific interventions is discussed. Extensions of the conceptual model and treatment outline result in a format for feasible "preventative" therapy implemented immediately following the cardiac event. Emphasis is placed on the systemic etiology and effects of sexual dysfunction.