Method and apparatus for diagnosing, treating, and tracking erectile dysfunction

Abstract

The present disclosure relates to a method and apparatus for providing a medical service for diagnosing erectile dysfunction to a user terminal. The method according to an embodiment of the present disclosure may perform a first test related to cardiovascular disease risk factors by acquiring information for identifying a heart disease risk. In addition, erectile dysfunction can be diagnosed by performing a second test related to a depression scale when results of the first test are normal, performing a third test related to an erectile function index when a result of the second test is less than or equal to a second threshold value, and performing, on the basis of a result of the third test, at least one of a fourth test related to motor skills, a fifth test related to ejaculation disorder, and a sixth test related to sexual dysfunction.

Description

Methods and devices for diagnosing, treating, and monitoring erectile dysfunction

[0001] The present invention relates to a method and device for diagnosing, treating and tracking erectile dysfunction.

[0002] Erectile dysfunction is a condition characterized by the inability to achieve or maintain an erection sufficient for sexual intercourse. Generally, erectile dysfunction is defined as a condition that persists for three months or longer.

[0003] Common causes of erectile dysfunction include old age, smoking, drinking, diabetes, high blood pressure, cerebrovascular disease, and heart disease. Hormonal medications, antihypertensives, and psychotropic drugs can also contribute to erectile dysfunction. Furthermore, surgery and injuries to the brain, spinal cord, and pelvis can also cause erectile dysfunction.

[0004] In addition to the physical causes mentioned above, erectile dysfunction can also be caused by psychological factors such as emotional stress, depression, and anxiety disorders.

[0005] Diagnosing erectile dysfunction begins with a detailed patient history. Following this, a physical examination and laboratory tests, taking into account various risk factors, can be used to diagnose erectile dysfunction. For example, a patient can be diagnosed with erectile dysfunction through a medical history, physical examination, laboratory tests, questionnaires, nocturnal penile erection tests, audiovisual stimulation tests, vascular tests, and neurological examinations during a visit.

[0006] Furthermore, there are various treatment options for erectile dysfunction. These include correcting reversible causes like diabetes, oral medications like Viagra, intraurethral injections using medications like MUSE (Medicated Urethral System for Erection), and surgical procedures. Furthermore, research has shown that exercises like push-ups and pelvic floor exercises can help treat erectile dysfunction.

[0007] However, many patients with erectile dysfunction are reluctant to visit a doctor, creating a need for online diagnostic and treatment options. Accordingly, research into digital therapeutics (DTX) has been actively underway. While not a drug, DTX refers to software (SW) that, like pharmaceuticals, can treat diseases and improve health. Digital therapeutics can utilize applications and virtual reality (VR).

[0008] Digital therapeutics have the advantage of significantly reducing the development time and costs compared to existing new drugs. Furthermore, unlike existing pharmaceuticals, digital therapeutics have virtually no toxicity or side effects. According to recent research, the digital therapeutics market was valued at $2.1178 billion in 2020 and is expected to grow to approximately $7 billion by 2025.

[0009] Accordingly, there is a need for a method to diagnose and treat patients with erectile dysfunction using digital therapeutics and a method to track patients with erectile dysfunction after treatment to check the degree of improvement in symptoms.

[0010] The background technology described above is technical information that the inventor possessed for the purpose of deriving the present invention or acquired in the process of deriving the present invention, and cannot necessarily be considered as publicly known technology disclosed to the general public prior to the application for the present invention.

[0011] The present disclosure provides methods and devices for diagnosing, treating, and tracking erectile dysfunction. The problems addressed by the present disclosure are not limited to those mentioned above. Other problems and advantages of the present disclosure not mentioned above can be understood through the following description and will be more clearly understood through the embodiments of the present disclosure. Furthermore, it will be appreciated that the problems and advantages addressed by the present disclosure can be realized by the means and combinations thereof set forth in the claims.

[0012] As a technical means for achieving the above-described technical task, a first aspect of the present disclosure is a method for providing a medical service for diagnosing, treating, and tracking erectile dysfunction to a user terminal, comprising: a step of obtaining information for checking the risk of heart disease and performing a first test related to cardiovascular disease risk factors; a step of performing a second test related to a depression scale when the result of the first test is normal; a step of performing a third test related to an erectile function index when the result of the second test is below a second threshold; a step of diagnosing erectile dysfunction by performing at least one test related to exercise ability, a fifth test related to ejaculation disorder, and a sixth test related to sexual dysfunction based on the result of the third test; a step of displaying a suggestion for performing at least one exercise from among the first exercise and the second exercise based on the result of the diagnosis; a step of monitoring whether the user performs the exercise above a predetermined standard; a step of generating a notification for reinforcement when it is determined based on the result of the monitoring that the user is not performing the exercise above a predetermined standard; A method can be provided, comprising: a step of performing a follow-up examination for diagnosing erectile dysfunction after a predetermined period of time has elapsed from performing the above exercise; a step of performing a questionnaire to inquire whether erectile dysfunction symptoms have improved based on the results of the follow-up examination; and a step of suggesting a treatment plan based on the results of the questionnaire.

[0013] A second aspect of the present disclosure is a device that provides a medical service for diagnosing, treating, and tracking erectile dysfunction to a user terminal, comprising: a memory having at least one program stored therein; And at least one processor for driving the device by executing at least one program, wherein the at least one processor obtains information for checking the risk of heart disease and performs a first test related to cardiovascular disease risk factors, and if the result of the first test is normal, performs a second test related to a depression scale, and if the result of the second test is below a second threshold, performs a third test related to an erectile function index, and based on the result of the third test, performs at least one test among a fourth test related to exercise ability, a fifth test related to ejaculation disorder, and a sixth test related to sexual dysfunction to diagnose erectile dysfunction, and based on the result of the diagnosis, displays a suggestion for performing at least one exercise among the first exercise and the second exercise, monitors whether the user performs the exercise above a predetermined standard, and based on the result of the monitoring, generates a notification for reinforcement when it is determined that the user does not perform the exercise above a predetermined standard, and after a predetermined period of time has elapsed from the performance of the exercise, performs a follow-up test for diagnosing erectile dysfunction, and based on the result of the follow-up test, A device can be provided that performs a questionnaire to ask whether symptoms have improved and suggests a treatment plan based on the results of the questionnaire.

[0014] A third aspect of the present disclosure can provide a computer-readable recording medium having recorded thereon a program for executing the method according to the first aspect on a computer.

[0015] In addition, other methods for implementing the present invention, other systems, and computer-readable recording media storing a computer program for executing the method may be further provided.

[0016] Other aspects, features and advantages other than those described above will become apparent from the following drawings, claims and detailed description of the invention.

[0017] According to the problem solving means of the present disclosure described above, the present disclosure can diagnose a user's erectile dysfunction, treat the user's erectile dysfunction, and track the user's erectile dysfunction.

[0018] In addition, considering that the nature of erectile dysfunction increases the risk of developing cardiovascular disease and mental illness in patients, the present disclosure suggests that patients with a high risk of developing cardiovascular disease and mental illness be advised to visit a cardiology department and a psychiatry department by conducting tests for cardiovascular disease and mental illness before conducting tests for erectile dysfunction.

[0019] In addition, the present disclosure can provide efficient and diverse treatment methods by diagnosing patients by dividing them into groups according to the degree of symptoms of erectile dysfunction.

[0020] Furthermore, the present disclosure can monitor the progress of a patient's treatment with erectile dysfunction by utilizing digital devices, such as wearable devices or mobile devices, while the patient is undergoing prescribed treatment. Accordingly, the patient can receive appropriate feedback on their treatment progress, which can lead to improved treatment effectiveness.

[0021] Furthermore, the present disclosure can be used to determine the extent of treatment and improvement in patients with erectile dysfunction by performing follow-up examinations after a specified period of time following treatment. Furthermore, if the patient's symptoms do not improve, the present disclosure can suggest a different approach to treatment than previously performed.

[0022] FIG. 1 is an exemplary diagram illustrating a system for diagnosing, treating, and tracking erectile dysfunction according to one embodiment.

[0023] FIG. 2 is a configuration diagram illustrating an example of a user terminal according to one embodiment.

[0024] FIG. 3 is an exemplary configuration diagram of a system including a user terminal and an external device according to one embodiment.

[0025] FIG. 4 is a flowchart illustrating a method for diagnosing, treating, and following up on erectile dysfunction according to one embodiment.

[0026] Figure 5 is a flowchart for explaining a diagnostic process according to the degree of symptoms of erectile dysfunction according to one embodiment.

[0027] FIG. 6 is an exemplary diagram illustrating a second test related to a depression scale according to one embodiment.

[0028] FIG. 7 is an exemplary diagram illustrating a third test related to an erectile dysfunction index according to one embodiment.

[0029] FIG. 8 is an exemplary diagram illustrating a fifth test related to a judgment disorder according to one embodiment.

[0030] FIG. 9 is an exemplary drawing for explaining a seventh test related to sexual satisfaction according to one embodiment.

[0031] FIG. 10 is an exemplary diagram illustrating an eighth test related to sexual desire according to one embodiment.

[0032] FIG. 11 is an exemplary diagram illustrating a ninth test related to an erectile index according to one embodiment.

[0033] FIG. 12 is an exemplary drawing for explaining a method for treating erectile dysfunction according to one embodiment.

[0034] FIG. 13 is an exemplary diagram illustrating a method for monitoring heart rate during a treatment process according to one embodiment.

[0035] FIG. 14 is an exemplary drawing illustrating a method for monitoring exercise posture during a treatment process according to one embodiment.

[0036] FIG. 15 is an exemplary drawing for explaining a method for providing an image regarding a recommended posture in the process of performing an exercise required for treatment according to one embodiment.

[0037] FIG. 16 is an exemplary drawing for explaining a questionnaire used in a follow-up examination process for erectile dysfunction according to one embodiment.

[0038] According to one embodiment of the present invention, a method for providing a medical service for diagnosing erectile dysfunction may include the steps of: obtaining information for confirming a risk of heart disease and performing a first test related to a risk factor for cardiovascular disease; performing a second test related to a depression scale when the result of the first test is normal; performing a third test related to an erectile function index when the result of the second test is below a second threshold; and diagnosing erectile dysfunction by performing at least one test among a fourth test related to exercise ability, a fifth test related to ejaculation disorder, and a sixth test related to sexual dysfunction based on the result of the third test.

[0039] Additionally, the method may include a step of proposing cardiology treatment without a diagnosis of erectile dysfunction if the result of the first examination is abnormal.

[0040] Additionally, the method may include a step of proposing psychiatric treatment without a diagnosis of erectile dysfunction if the result of the second test exceeds the second threshold.

[0041] In addition, the diagnosing step includes a step of dividing the results of the third test based on a third threshold value and a fourth threshold value to determine which of the fourth test, the fifth test, and the sixth test to perform to diagnose erectile dysfunction; and the third threshold value may be less than the fourth threshold value.

[0042] In addition, the diagnosing step may include: performing the fifth test when the result of the third test exceeds the fourth threshold; performing the seventh test related to sexual satisfaction when the result of the fifth test is equal to or greater than the fifth threshold; and diagnosing the user as a first erectile dysfunction treatment group based on the result of the seventh test.

[0043] In addition, the diagnosing step may include: performing the fourth test when the result of the third test exceeds the third threshold and is less than or equal to the fourth threshold; performing the fifth test when the result of the fourth test is normal; and diagnosing the user as a second erectile dysfunction treatment group when the result of the fifth test is less than the fifth threshold.

[0044] In addition, the diagnosing step may include: performing the sixth test when the result of the third test is below the third threshold; and proposing urological treatment without diagnosing erectile dysfunction when the result of the sixth test is abnormal.

[0045] According to another embodiment of the present invention, a method for providing a medical service for treating an erectile dysfunction patient to a user terminal may include: diagnosing erectile dysfunction based on the results of an erectile dysfunction test of the user; displaying a suggestion for performing at least one of a first exercise and a second exercise based on the results of the diagnosis; monitoring whether the user performs the exercise above a predetermined standard; and generating a notification for reinforcement when it is determined based on the results of the monitoring that the user does not perform the exercise above a predetermined standard.

[0046] Additionally, the method may include a step of indicating a suggestion for improvement of reversible risk factors of erectile dysfunction, regardless of the degree of erectile dysfunction symptoms.

[0047] In addition, the diagnosing step may include a step of diagnosing as one of the first to fifth erectile dysfunction treatment groups depending on the severity of the symptoms.

[0048] Additionally, the monitoring step may repeatedly monitor whether the user performs exercise above a predetermined standard based on a predetermined cycle.

[0049] Additionally, the monitoring step may include a step of monitoring at least one of the user's heart rate and the user's exercise posture while performing the proposed exercise.

[0050] Additionally, the first exercise may include walking exercise, push-up exercise, and squat exercise, and the second exercise may include pelvic exercise.

[0051] In addition, the above-mentioned proposed step can be proposed by adjusting the number of times and cycle of the first exercise and the second exercise depending on the degree of erectile dysfunction symptoms.

[0052] Additionally, the method may include a step of providing an image regarding a recommended performance posture of the first exercise and the second exercise.

[0053] According to another embodiment of the present invention, a method for providing a medical service for treating a patient with erectile dysfunction by following up on a user terminal may include the steps of: performing at least one follow-up test among follow-up tests for diagnosing erectile dysfunction after treating the erectile dysfunction; performing a questionnaire test asking whether symptoms of erectile dysfunction have improved based on the results of the follow-up test; and suggesting a treatment plan according to the follow-up test based on the results of the questionnaire test.

[0054] Additionally, the follow-up examination may include a first examination related to heart disease, a second examination related to a depression scale, a third examination related to an erectile function index, a fourth examination related to exercise ability, a fifth examination related to ejaculation disorder, a sixth examination related to sexual dysfunction, a seventh examination related to sexual satisfaction, an eighth examination related to sexual desire, and a ninth examination related to an erectile function index.

[0055] Additionally, the treatment plan may include a first plan suggesting that the user perform a follow-up examination for diagnosing erectile dysfunction again after a certain period of time has passed, a second plan suggesting that the user consult a urologist, and a third plan suggesting that the user continue to perform the erectile dysfunction treatment that the user was previously performing.

[0056] In addition, the above questionnaire may include at least one of the following: a questionnaire regarding the degree of improvement in erectile power, a questionnaire regarding the degree of improvement in sexual satisfaction, a questionnaire regarding the degree of improvement in ejaculation disorder, a questionnaire regarding the degree of improvement in sexual desire, a questionnaire regarding the degree of improvement in depression, and a questionnaire regarding the degree of improvement in cardiovascular health.

[0057] Additionally, the step of performing the questionnaire test may include a step of deactivating at least one questionnaire among the questionnaires included in the questionnaire test based on the results of the follow-up test.

[0058] In addition, the method further includes a step of tracking whether there is an improvement in lifestyle habits; and the lifestyle habits may include whether there is smoking, whether there is drinking, whether there is diabetes, and whether there is an increase in body fat.

[0059] The advantages and features of the present invention, and the methods for achieving them, will become clearer with reference to the embodiments described in detail together with the accompanying drawings. However, the present invention is not limited to the embodiments presented below, but may be implemented in various different forms, and it should be understood that it includes all transformations, equivalents, and substitutes included in the spirit and technical scope of the present invention. The embodiments presented below are provided to ensure that the disclosure of the present invention is complete and to fully inform those skilled in the art of the scope of the invention. In describing the present invention, if a detailed description of a related known technology is judged to obscure the gist of the present invention, the detailed description thereof will be omitted.

[0060] The terminology used in this application is only used to describe specific embodiments and is not intended to limit the present invention. The singular expression includes the plural expression unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. In this application, it should be understood that the terms "comprise" or "have" indicate the presence of a feature, number, step, operation, component, part, or combination thereof described in the specification, but do not preclude the possibility of the presence or addition of one or more other features, numbers, steps, operations, components, parts, or combinations thereof.

[0061] Some embodiments of the present disclosure may be represented by functional block configurations and various processing steps. Some or all of these functional blocks may be implemented by various hardware and / or software configurations that perform specific functions. For example, the functional blocks of the present disclosure may be implemented by one or more microprocessors or by circuit configurations for a given function. Furthermore, for example, the functional blocks of the present disclosure may be implemented by various programming or scripting languages. The functional blocks may be implemented by algorithms that execute on one or more processors. Furthermore, the present disclosure may employ conventional techniques for electronic configuration, signal processing, and / or data processing. Terms such as "mechanism," "element," "means," and "configuration" may be used broadly and are not limited to mechanical and physical configurations.

[0062] Additionally, the connecting lines or connecting members between components depicted in the drawings are merely exemplary representations of functional connections and / or physical or circuit connections. In an actual device, connections between components may be represented by various functional connections, physical connections, or circuit connections that may be replaced or added.

[0063] Below, embodiments are described in detail with reference to the attached drawings. However, the embodiments may be implemented in various different forms and are not limited to the examples described herein.

[0064] FIG. 1 is an exemplary diagram illustrating a system for diagnosing, treating, and tracking erectile dysfunction according to one embodiment.

[0065] The user terminal (20) can obtain information from the user (10) to confirm the user's (10) risk of heart disease.

[0066] For example, information for determining risk of heart disease may include, but is not limited to, first information on whether one is obese, has high blood pressure, has diabetes, smokes, drinks alcohol, and has high cholesterol; second information on whether one has angina and has experienced a myocardial infarction; third information on whether one has heart failure or left ventricular failure; and fourth information on cognitive function.

[0067] For example, fourth information about cognitive function may include, but is not limited to, information about whether judgment is impaired, information about whether thinking ability is impaired, and information about whether memory is impaired.

[0068] The user terminal (20) can perform a first test related to cardiovascular disease risk factors using information for confirming the risk of heart disease obtained from the user (10).

[0069] For example, if the result of the first test is abnormal, the user terminal (20) may suggest to the user (10) to visit a cardiology department and receive treatment.

[0070] Traditionally, cardiovascular disease tests were not performed in the diagnosis of erectile dysfunction (30). However, erectile dysfunction is often accompanied by cardiovascular disease, as it is caused by a lack of smooth blood supply within the body. Cardiovascular disease, as used herein, refers to conditions such as hyperlipidemia, myocarditis, hypertension, and angina pectoris. Therefore, prior to the diagnosis of erectile dysfunction (30), there was a need to assess the risk of cardiovascular disease.

[0071] The user terminal (20) may, prior to diagnosing the user (10) for erectile dysfunction (30), perform a first examination related to cardiovascular disease risk factors. If it determines that there is a high possibility of diagnosing cardiovascular disease, which is more dangerous than erectile dysfunction, the user terminal (20) may suggest a visit to a cardiologist. Through this, the user terminal (20) may integrate the previously separate diagnostic processes for cardiovascular disease and the diagnostic processes for erectile dysfunction (30), thereby enabling a rapid diagnosis of cardiovascular disease.

[0072] Additionally, the user terminal (20) can perform a second test related to the depression scale if the result of the first test is normal.

[0073] Here, tests related to depression scales may include, but are not limited to, the Center for Epidemiological Studies-Depression scale (CES-D), the Beck Depression Inventory (BDI), and the Hamilton Anxiety Rating Scale (HARS).

[0074] For example, if the result of the second test is greater than or equal to the second threshold, the user terminal (20) may suggest to the user (10) to visit a psychiatric department and receive treatment.

[0075] Because erectile dysfunction is often caused by a patient's psychological issues, it frequently accompanies mental illness. For example, research has shown that patients with severe depression are more likely to experience severe erectile dysfunction. Therefore, prior to diagnosing erectile dysfunction (30), there is a need to assess the risk of mental illness.

[0076] The user terminal (20) may, prior to diagnosing the user (10) for erectile dysfunction (30), perform a second test related to the depression scale. If it is determined that there is a high possibility of diagnosing a mental illness with a higher risk than erectile dysfunction, the user terminal (20) may suggest a visit to a psychiatric department. Through this, the user terminal (20) may integrate the previously separate processes of diagnosing mental illness and diagnosing erectile dysfunction (30), thereby enabling a rapid diagnosis of mental illness.

[0077] Additionally, the user terminal (20) can perform a third test related to the erectile function index if the result of the second test is below the second threshold.

[0078] In addition, the user terminal (20) can diagnose erectile dysfunction (30) by performing at least one of the fourth test related to motor ability, the fifth test related to ejaculation disorder, and the sixth test related to sexual dysfunction based on the results of the third test.

[0079] For example, the user terminal (20) can diagnose (30) the user (10) into one of the first to fifth erectile dysfunction treatment groups depending on the degree of erectile dysfunction symptoms.

[0080] The user terminal (20) can perform treatment (40) of the user (10) based on the diagnosis (30) of erectile dysfunction.

[0081] For example, the user terminal (20) may suggest to the user (10) to perform at least one of the first exercise and the second exercise based on the results of the diagnosis (30).

[0082] Here, the first exercise may include, but is not limited to, walking, push-ups, and squats. The second exercise may also include, but is not limited to, pelvic exercises.

[0083] For example, the user terminal (20) may suggest that the user (10) perform the first exercise and the second exercise with different intensities depending on the severity of the erectile dysfunction symptoms. For example, if the severity of the user's (10) erectile dysfunction symptoms is severe, the user terminal (20) may suggest that the user (10) perform the first exercise and the second exercise with increased number of repetitions and performance cycles.

[0084] Additionally, the user terminal (20) can monitor whether the user (10) performs the exercise according to the suggestion above a predetermined standard.

[0085] For example, the user terminal (20) can film the process of the user (10) performing pelvic exercise. The user terminal (20) can monitor the filmed image to confirm whether the user (10) performs the pelvic exercise according to the suggested posture. In addition, the user terminal (20) can measure the heart rate of the user (10) while performing the walking exercise. The user terminal (20) can analyze the measured heart rate to confirm whether the user (10) performs the walking exercise the suggested number of times.

[0086] Previously, there was a problem in that the digital treatment (40) prescribed to patients with erectile dysfunction was not properly administered, leading to the patient not receiving the appropriate treatment (40) effects. However, the user terminal (20) can enhance the effectiveness of the erectile dysfunction treatment (40) by monitoring the treatment (40).

[0087] Additionally, the user terminal (20) can evaluate the user's (10) performance level using information measured during the user's (10) digital therapy (40) process. For example, the user terminal (20) can evaluate the user's (10) exercise performance process and provide a performance score. Through this, the user terminal (20) can determine which areas the user (10) needs to reinforce during the exercise performance process.

[0088] Additionally, if the user terminal (20) determines, based on the monitoring results, that the user (10) is not performing the exercise above a predetermined standard, it may generate a notification for supplementing the exercise. Furthermore, the user terminal (20) may provide the user (10) with a notification and information on areas that require supplementation during the exercise.

[0089] The user terminal (20) can provide a medical service for treating erectile dysfunction (40) to the user (10) and then check the condition of the user (10) by performing a follow-up examination (50) on the user (10).

[0090] For example, the user terminal (20) can perform at least one follow-up test (50) among tests for diagnosing erectile dysfunction after the user (10) is diagnosed with erectile dysfunction (30) and receives treatment (40) and a predetermined period of time has elapsed.

[0091] Additionally, the user terminal (20) can perform a questionnaire test to ask whether erectile dysfunction symptoms have improved based on the results of the tracking test (50).

[0092] Additionally, the user terminal (20) may suggest future treatment plans for erectile dysfunction based on the results of the questionnaire. For example, the treatment plans may include, but are not limited to, a plan suggesting that at least one test for diagnosing erectile dysfunction (30) be re-performed after a predetermined period of time has elapsed, a plan suggesting that the user continue with the erectile dysfunction treatment (40) that was previously being performed, and a plan suggesting that the user visit a urology department for treatment.

[0093] Previously, after treatment for erectile dysfunction was completed, patients were required to visit the hospital periodically to check for recurrence of erectile dysfunction. Because erectile dysfunction is inherently incurable and can recur at any time, a testing method that could reduce the burden on patients with erectile dysfunction was sought. The user terminal (20) can perform a follow-up test (50) to determine the severity of the user's (10) erectile dysfunction symptoms without requiring a visit to the hospital after treatment. Furthermore, the user terminal (20) can analyze the results of the follow-up test (50) to suggest future treatment directions.

[0094] FIG. 2 is a configuration diagram illustrating an example of a user terminal for diagnosing, treating, and tracking erectile dysfunction according to one embodiment.

[0095] Referring to FIG. 2, the user terminal (100) includes a processor (110), a memory (120), an input / output interface (130), and a communication module (140). For convenience of explanation, only components related to the present invention are illustrated in FIG. 2. Therefore, in addition to the components illustrated in FIG. 2, other general-purpose components may be further included in the user terminal (100). In addition, it will be apparent to those skilled in the art that the processor (110), memory (120), input / output interface (130), and communication module (140) illustrated in FIG. 2 may be implemented as independent devices. In addition, the user terminal (100) of FIG. 2 may be the same device as the user terminal (20) of FIG. 1.

[0096] The processor (110) can process computer program commands by performing basic arithmetic, logic, and input / output operations. Here, the commands can be provided from memory (120) or an external device. In addition, the processor (110) can generally control the operations of other components included in the user terminal (100).

[0097] For example, the processor (110) may provide medical services for diagnosing erectile dysfunction. For example, the processor (110) may diagnose erectile dysfunction by performing tests related to symptoms of erectile dysfunction, such as a third test related to erectile function index, a fourth test related to exercise ability, a fifth test related to ejaculation disorder, and a sixth test related to sexual dysfunction. In addition, the processor (110) may perform tests related to cardiovascular disease and mental illness prior to diagnosing erectile dysfunction, and if it is determined that there is a high possibility of developing the related diseases, it may suggest treatment by a cardiologist or a psychiatrist.

[0098] Additionally, the processor (110) can provide medical services for treating erectile dysfunction. For example, the processor (110) can prescribe a digital therapeutic based on the diagnosis of erectile dysfunction. For example, the processor (110) can suggest performing at least one of the first and second exercises as the digital therapeutic. Furthermore, the processor (110) can monitor whether the user performs the aforementioned exercise above a predetermined standard. For example, the processor (110) can monitor the user's heart rate and / or exercise posture while the user is exercising. Furthermore, if the processor (110) determines that the user is not performing the aforementioned exercise above a predetermined standard based on the monitoring results, the processor (110) can generate a notification for reinforcement. For example, the processor (110) can monitor the user's exercise posture to calculate a performance score. If the performance score does not exceed a predetermined standard, the processor (110) can generate a notification for reinforcement.

[0099] Additionally, the processor (110) may provide medical services for tracking erectile dysfunction. For example, the processor (110) may re-perform at least one follow-up test for diagnosing erectile dysfunction after treatment. Furthermore, based on the results of the follow-up test, the processor (110) may conduct a questionnaire to determine whether erectile dysfunction symptoms have improved. Furthermore, based on the results of the questionnaire, the processor (110) may suggest a treatment plan based on the follow-up test.

[0100] The processor (110) may be implemented as an array of a plurality of logic gates, or may be implemented as a combination of a general-purpose microprocessor and a memory storing a program that can be executed on the microprocessor. For example, the processor (110) may include a general-purpose processor, a central processing unit (CPU), a microprocessor, a digital signal processor (DSP), a controller, a microcontroller, a state machine, etc. In some environments, the processor (110) may include an application-specific integrated circuit (ASIC), a programmable logic device (PLD), a field programmable gate array (FPGA), etc. For example, the processor (110) may also refer to a combination of processing devices, such as a combination of a digital signal processor (DSP) and a microprocessor, a combination of a plurality of microprocessors, a combination of one or more microprocessors coupled with a digital signal processor (DSP) core, or any other such combination of configurations.

[0101] The memory (120) may include any non-transitory computer-readable recording medium. For example, the memory (120) may include a non-permanent mass storage device such as a random access memory (RAM), a read only memory (ROM), a disk drive, a solid state drive (SSD), a flash memory, etc. As another example, the non-permanent mass storage device such as a ROM, an SSD, a flash memory, a disk drive, etc. may be a separate permanent storage device distinct from the memory. In addition, the memory (120) may store an operating system (OS) and at least one program code (e.g., a code for the processor (110) to perform the operations described below with reference to FIGS. 3 to 16). For example, the memory (120) may store a user's erectile dysfunction diagnosis history and erectile dysfunction treatment history for follow-up examination.

[0102] These software components may be loaded from a computer-readable recording medium separate from the memory (120). This separate computer-readable recording medium may be a recording medium that can be directly connected to the user terminal (100), and may include, for example, a recording medium readable by an input / output computer, such as a floppy drive, a disk, a tape, a DVD / CD-ROM drive, a memory card, etc. Alternatively, the software components may be loaded into the memory (120) through a communication module (140) that is not a computer-readable recording medium. For example, at least one program may be loaded into the memory (120) based on a computer program (e.g., a computer program for the processor (110) to perform the operations described below with reference to FIGS. 3 to 16) that is installed by files provided by developers or a file distribution system that distributes installation files of applications through the communication module (140).

[0103] The input / output interface (130) may be a means for interfacing with a device (e.g., a keyboard, a mouse, etc.) for input or output that may be connected to or included in the user terminal (100). In FIG. 2, the input / output interface (130) is illustrated as an element configured separately from the processor (110), but is not limited thereto, and the input / output interface (130) may be configured to be included in the processor (110).

[0104] The communication module (140) may provide a configuration or function for the user terminal (100) to communicate with an external device (not shown) via a network. In addition, the communication module (140) may provide a configuration or function for the user terminal (100) to communicate with another external device. For example, control signals, commands, data, etc. provided under the control of the processor (110) may be transmitted to an external device via the communication module (140) and the network.

[0105] Additionally, although not illustrated in FIG. 2, the user terminal (100) may include a display module. For example, the display module may provide images regarding recommended postures for performing the first and second exercises prescribed as digital therapeutics for the user's erectile dysfunction treatment.

[0106] Additionally, although not shown in FIG. 2, the user terminal (100) may include a GPS module that can confirm the current location of the user terminal (100).

[0107] FIG. 3 is an exemplary configuration diagram of a system including a user terminal and an external device according to one embodiment.

[0108] Referring to FIG. 3, the user terminal (310) refers to a device that diagnoses a user's erectile dysfunction, treats the user using the diagnosis results, and performs follow-up tests to determine the extent of improvement in the user's erectile dysfunction symptoms after treatment. The user terminal (310) may include a user-friendly terminal that the user can carry. In addition, the user terminal (310) may include any type of server that manages a web and / or app capable of providing artificial intelligence services. In addition, the user terminal (310) of FIG. 3 may be the same device as the user terminal (100) of FIG. 2 and / or the user terminal (20) of FIG. 1.

[0109] A user terminal (310) according to one embodiment is a user terminal or server that can be carried by a user, such as a smartphone, a tablet PC, a PC, a smart TV, a mobile phone, a PDA (Personal Digital Assistant), a laptop, a media player, a micro server, a GPS (Global Positioning System) device, an e-book reader, a digital broadcasting terminal, a navigation device, a kiosk, an MP3 player, a digital camera, a home appliance, a device equipped with a camera, and other mobile or non-mobile computing devices, but is not limited thereto.

[0110] In addition, the user terminal (310) may be a wearable device such as a watch, glasses, hair band, or ring equipped with a communication function and a data processing function, but is not limited thereto.

[0111] The external device (320) refers to an entity that provides the user terminal (320) with information necessary for the treatment of the user's erectile dysfunction when diagnosing, treating, and following up on the user's erectile dysfunction. The external device (320) may include any type of server that manages various types of information. The external device (320) may include a database and a server that manages a web service API that can provide information, but is not limited thereto. For example, the external device (320) may store images of recommended postures for the first and second exercises as digital therapeutics for the treatment of the user's erectile dysfunction. In addition, the external device (320) may store information regarding the results of previous erectile dysfunction-related tests for the user when performing follow-up tests related to the user's erectile dysfunction. In addition, the external device may store the results of a stress test performed during a cardiology consultation.

[0112] The user terminal (310) and the external device (320) can communicate with each other and / or with other devices through a network. A network is a comprehensive data communication network that allows different entities to communicate smoothly with each other, and may include a wired Internet, a wireless Internet, and a mobile radio communication network. For example, the network may include a Local Area Network (LAN), a Wide Area Network (WAN), a Value Added Network (VAN), a mobile radio communication network, a satellite communication network, and a combination thereof. In addition, wireless communication may include, but is not limited to, wireless LAN (Wi-Fi), Bluetooth, Bluetooth low energy, ZigBee, Wi-Fi Direct (WFD), ultrawideband (UWB), infrared communication (IrDA, infrared Data Association), NFC (Near Field Communication), etc.

[0113] According to one embodiment, the user terminal (310) can receive user input. The user terminal (310) can communicate with an external device (320) via a network. By communicating via the network, the user terminal (310) can receive data from the external device (320) and provide a response to the user based on the received data.

[0114] FIG. 4 is a flowchart illustrating a method for diagnosing erectile dysfunction according to one embodiment.

[0115] Referring to FIG. 4, the method for diagnosing erectile dysfunction is comprised of steps that are processed in time series in the user terminal (100) and / or processor (110) illustrated in FIG. 2. Therefore, even if omitted below, the content described above regarding the user terminal (100) or processor (110) illustrated in FIG. 2 can also be applied to the method for diagnosing erectile dysfunction illustrated in FIG. 4.

[0116] In step 411, the user terminal can obtain information for checking the risk of heart disease and perform a first test related to cardiovascular disease risk factors.

[0117] For example, information for determining risk of heart disease may include, but is not limited to, first information on whether one is obese, has high blood pressure, has diabetes, smokes, and has high cholesterol; second information on whether one has angina and has experienced a myocardial infarction; third information on whether one has heart failure or left ventricular failure; and fourth information on cognitive function.

[0118] In step 412, the user terminal may perform a second test related to the depression scale if the result of the first test is normal.

[0119] For example, secondary tests related to depression scales may include, but are not limited to, the Depression Self-Assessment Inventory, the Beck Depression Inventory, and the Anxiety Disorders Inventory.

[0120] Additionally, if the results of the first test are abnormal, the user terminal may determine that there is a high possibility of developing a cardiovascular disease and suggest cardiology treatment without diagnosing erectile dysfunction.

[0121] In step 413, the user terminal may perform a third test related to the erectile function index if the result of the second test is less than or equal to the second threshold.

[0122] Additionally, if the result of the second test exceeds the second threshold, the user terminal may determine that there is a high possibility of developing a mental illness and suggest psychiatric treatment without diagnosing erectile dysfunction.

[0123] In step 414, the user terminal can diagnose erectile dysfunction by performing at least one of a fourth test related to motor ability, a fifth test related to ejaculation disorder, and a sixth test related to sexual dysfunction based on the results of the third test.

[0124] For example, the user terminal can diagnose the user's erectile dysfunction by assigning the user to one of the first to fifth erectile dysfunction treatment groups depending on the severity of the user's erectile dysfunction symptoms.

[0125] In step 415, the user terminal may display a suggestion for performing at least one of the first exercise and the second exercise based on the results of the diagnosis.

[0126] For example, the first exercise may include, but is not limited to, walking, push-ups, and squats. The second exercise may also include, but is not limited to, pelvic exercises.

[0127] Additionally, regardless of the diagnosis of erectile dysfunction, the user terminal may suggest improvements in reversible risk factors for erectile dysfunction. For example, reversible risk factors for erectile dysfunction may include, but are not limited to, smoking, obesity, hypertension, and diabetes. By suggesting improvements in reversible risk factors, the user terminal can enhance the effectiveness of erectile dysfunction treatment.

[0128] Additionally, regardless of the diagnosis of erectile dysfunction, the user terminal may suggest that sexual support therapy for erectile dysfunction be performed periodically. For example, sexual support therapy may include behaviors designed to improve the user's sexual habits, such as regular conversations.

[0129] In step 416, the user terminal can monitor whether the user performs the suggested exercise above a predetermined standard.

[0130] For example, a user terminal can capture footage of the user's exercise performance. The user terminal can analyze and monitor the captured footage. Additionally, the user terminal can measure the user's heart rate while exercising. The user terminal can analyze and monitor the measured heart rate.

[0131] In step 417, if the user terminal determines, based on the results of the monitoring, that the user is not performing the exercise above a predetermined standard, it may generate a notification for reinforcement.

[0132] Additionally, if the user terminal determines that the user is exercising beyond a certain standard, it can generate an alarm to encourage the user to perform repetitive exercise and continue sexual activity. For example, the user terminal can generate an alarm suggesting that the user continue to perform sexual support therapy prescribed to all patients with erectile dysfunction.

[0133] In step 418, the user terminal may perform at least one follow-up test among follow-up tests for diagnosing erectile dysfunction after treatment of erectile dysfunction.

[0134] For example, follow-up tests for the diagnosis of erectile dysfunction may include, but are not limited to, a first test related to heart disease, a second test related to a depression scale, a third test related to an erectile function index, a fourth test related to exercise capacity, a fifth test related to ejaculation disorders, a sixth test related to sexual dysfunction, a seventh test related to sexual satisfaction, an eighth test related to sexual desire, and a ninth test related to an erectile function index.

[0135] In step 419, the user terminal may perform a questionnaire test to inquire whether erectile dysfunction symptoms have improved based on the results of the tracking test.

[0136] For example, the questionnaire may include, but is not limited to, at least one of the following: improvement in smoking, drinking, and obesity; improvement in erectile function; improvement in sexual satisfaction; improvement in ejaculation disorders; improvement in sexual desire; improvement in depression; and improvement in cardiovascular health.

[0137] For example, the user terminal may disable some of the questionnaires included in the survey based on the results of the follow-up test and not reflect them in suggesting a treatment plan.

[0138] At step 420, the user terminal may suggest a treatment plan according to a follow-up test based on the results of the questionnaire test.

[0139] For example, treatment options may include, but are not limited to, a first option suggesting re-examination for erectile dysfunction after a specified period of time, a second option suggesting continuation of the existing erectile dysfunction treatment, and a third option suggesting urological consultation.

[0140] Hereinafter, a method for diagnosing erectile dysfunction will be described with reference to Fig. 5.

[0141] Figure 5 is a flowchart for explaining a diagnostic process according to the degree of symptoms of erectile dysfunction according to one embodiment.

[0142] Referring to FIG. 5, the user terminal can obtain information for checking the risk of heart disease and perform a first test (511) related to cardiovascular disease risk factors.

[0143] For example, information for determining risk of heart disease may include first information about whether one is obese, has high blood pressure, has diabetes, smokes, and has high cholesterol; second information about whether one has angina and has experienced a myocardial infarction; third information about whether one has heart failure or left ventricular failure; and fourth information about cognitive function.

[0144] For example, if the user terminal determines that at least one of the first to fourth pieces of information is abnormal, the user terminal may determine that the result of the first test (511) is abnormal.

[0145] For example, if the user terminal determines that the user has at least three of the following conditions: obesity, high blood pressure, diabetes, smoking, and hyperlipidemia, the user terminal may determine that the first information is abnormal. Furthermore, if the user terminal determines that the user has experienced at least one of angina and myocardial infarction in the past, the user terminal may determine that the second information is abnormal. Furthermore, if the user terminal determines that the user has at least one of heart failure or left ventricular failure, the user terminal may determine that the third information is abnormal. Furthermore, if the user terminal determines that the user has a decline in cognitive function, the user terminal may determine that the fourth information is abnormal.

[0146] If the user terminal determines that the results of the first test (511) are abnormal, the user terminal may suggest cardiology treatment (521) without performing the third test (513) to the ninth test (520). This allows the user terminal to proactively prevent the onset of heart disease, which carries a higher risk than erectile dysfunction, by reflecting the characteristics of erectile dysfunction, which is highly likely to be accompanied by heart disease.

[0147] Additionally, the user terminal can obtain the results of a cardiology examination. The user terminal can analyze the results of the cardiology examination and determine whether to proceed with a diagnosis of erectile dysfunction. For example, if the obtained cardiology examination results are normal, the user terminal can perform a second test (512) related to the depression scale.

[0148] Additionally, if the user terminal determines that the result of the first test (511) is normal, it can perform a second test (512) regarding the depression scale.

[0149] If the results of the second test (512) exceed the second threshold, the user terminal may suggest psychiatric treatment (522) without performing the third test (513) to the ninth test (520). This allows the user terminal to proactively prevent the onset of mental illness, which is more dangerous than erectile dysfunction, by reflecting the characteristics of erectile dysfunction, which is highly likely to be accompanied by mental illness.

[0150] Additionally, the user terminal can obtain the results of a psychiatric consultation. The user terminal can analyze the results of the psychiatric consultation and determine whether to proceed with a diagnosis of erectile dysfunction. For example, if the obtained psychiatric consultation results are normal, the user terminal can perform a third test (513) related to the erectile function index.

[0151] Additionally, if the result of the second test (512) is below the second threshold, the user terminal may perform a third test (513) related to the erectile function index. Furthermore, the user terminal may perform the second test (512) at a predetermined interval in addition to performing the third test (513). For example, if at least one of the second tests (512) performed at a predetermined interval yields a test result exceeding the second threshold, the user terminal may suggest a psychiatric consultation (522).

[0152] The user terminal can diagnose erectile dysfunction by performing at least one of the fourth test (514) related to motor ability, the fifth test (515) related to ejaculation disorder, and the sixth test (516) related to sexual dysfunction based on the results of the third test (513).

[0153] For example, the user terminal may divide the results of the third test (513) based on the third threshold and the fourth threshold, and decide which of the fourth test (514) to sixth test (516) to perform to diagnose erectile dysfunction. Here, the third threshold corresponds to a value less than the fourth threshold.

[0154] If the result of the third test (513) exceeds the fourth threshold, the user terminal may perform a fifth test (515) related to ejaculation disorder. For example, if the result of the fifth test (515) is less than the fifth threshold, the user terminal may determine that the user's erectile dysfunction symptoms are severe and suggest that the user receive urological treatment (523). In addition, if the result of the fifth test (515) is greater than or equal to the fifth threshold, the user terminal may perform a seventh test (517) related to sexual satisfaction. For example, if the result of the seventh test (517) is greater than or equal to the seventh threshold, the user terminal may suggest that the user observe the progress without diagnosing erectile dysfunction. In addition, if the result of the seventh test (517) is less than the seventh threshold, the user terminal may diagnose the user as a first erectile dysfunction treatment group (531). Additionally, if the result of the 7th test (517) is higher than the 7th threshold, the user terminal may determine that the degree of the user's erectile dysfunction symptoms is not severe and suggest observing the progress (526).

[0155] Additionally, the user terminal may perform a fourth test (514) related to exercise ability if the result of the third test (513) exceeds the third threshold and is below the fourth threshold.

[0156] For example, if a user is determined to have no symptoms after walking one mile in less than 20 minutes, the results of Test 4 (514) may be considered normal. Furthermore, if a user is determined to complain of discomfort after walking one mile in less than 20 minutes, the results of Test 4 (514) may be considered abnormal.

[0157] For example, if the result of the fourth test (514) is abnormal, the user terminal may determine that the user has a high possibility of developing a heart disease and suggest cardiology treatment (524).

[0158] Additionally, the user terminal can obtain the results of medical examinations performed during cardiology consultations. For example, the user terminal can obtain the results of a stress test performed during a cardiology consultation.

[0159] Additionally, the user terminal can analyze the results of a cardiology consultation to determine whether to proceed with an erectile dysfunction diagnosis. For example, if the results of the acquired stress test are normal, the user terminal can perform a fifth test (515) related to ejaculation disorders. Furthermore, if the results of the acquired stress test are abnormal, the user terminal can decide not to proceed with an erectile dysfunction diagnosis.

[0160] Additionally, if the result of the fourth test (514) is normal, the user terminal can perform the fifth test (515) related to the ejaculation disorder.

[0161] The user terminal can diagnose the user as a second erectile dysfunction treatment group (532) if the result of the fifth test (518) performed based on the result of the fourth test (514) is less than the fifth threshold value.

[0162] Additionally, if the result of the fifth test (518) is above the fifth threshold, the user terminal may perform an eighth test (519) related to sexual desire. For example, the eighth test (519) may correspond to a libido question. Here, the libido question corresponds to a question about whether sexual desire has decreased.

[0163] For example, if the result of the eighth test (519) is below the eighth threshold, the user terminal may diagnose the user as a third erectile dysfunction treatment group (533).

[0164] Additionally, the user terminal may perform a ninth test (520) related to the erectile index if the result of the eighth test (519) exceeds the eighth threshold.

[0165] For example, if the result of the ninth test (520) is below the sixth threshold, the user terminal may diagnose the user as a fourth erectile dysfunction treatment group (534).

[0166] Additionally, the user terminal can diagnose the user as a fifth erectile dysfunction treatment group (535) if the result of the ninth test (520) exceeds the sixth threshold.

[0167] If the result of the third test (513) is below the third threshold, the user terminal may perform the sixth test (516) related to sexual dysfunction.

[0168] For example, the sixth examination (516) may include questions that may determine the degree of sexual function. For example, the sixth examination (516) may include, but is not limited to, question 6-1 asking about a history of mental illness, question 6-2 asking about the need for angiography due to perineal damage, question 6-3 asking about the need for surgery due to penile curvature, question 6-4 asking about the presence of a severe endocrine disorder, question 6-5 asking about the presence of a penile prosthesis, and question 6-6 asking about the experience of legal problems due to sexual behavior.

[0169] For example, if the user terminal obtains a positive answer to at least one question among questions 6-1 to 6-6, the result of the sixth test (516) may be determined as abnormal. Furthermore, if the user terminal obtains a negative answer to questions 6-1 to 6-6, the result of the sixth test (516) may be determined as normal.

[0170] If the result of the 6th test (516) is abnormal, the user terminal may determine that the degree of erectile dysfunction symptoms is severe and suggest that the user receive urological treatment (525).

[0171] Additionally, the user terminal can perform the fourth test (514) if the result of the sixth test (516) is normal.

[0172] For example, if the results of the fourth test (514) are abnormal, the user terminal may determine that the user is at high risk of developing a heart disease and suggest that the user receive cardiology treatment (524). Additionally, if the results of the fourth test (514) are normal, the user terminal may perform the fifth test (515) related to an ejaculation disorder.

[0173] If the result of the fifth test (518) performed based on the result of the fourth test (514) is less than the fifth threshold value, the user terminal can diagnose the user as a second erectile dysfunction treatment group (532).

[0174] Additionally, the user terminal may perform an eighth test (519) related to sexual desire if the result of the fifth test (518) is greater than or equal to the fifth threshold.

[0175] For example, if the result of the eighth test (519) is below the eighth threshold, the user terminal may diagnose the user as a third erectile dysfunction treatment group (533).

[0176] Additionally, the user terminal may perform a ninth test (520) related to the erectile index if the result of the eighth test (519) exceeds the eighth threshold.

[0177] For example, if the result of the ninth test (520) is below the sixth threshold, the user terminal may diagnose the user as a fourth erectile dysfunction treatment group (534).

[0178] Additionally, the user terminal can diagnose the user as a fifth erectile dysfunction treatment group (535) if the result of the ninth test (520) exceeds the sixth threshold.

[0179] For example, the user terminal may determine and modify the second to seventh thresholds based on the test results of the first to ninth tests (511) to (520) of users previously diagnosed with erectile dysfunction. For example, if the user terminal determines, based on the analysis of the results of the ninth test of users previously diagnosed with erectile dysfunction, that the previously determined sixth threshold is too low and that the fourth erectile dysfunction treatment group (534) is performing an erectile dysfunction treatment with excessively high intensity, the user terminal may modify the sixth threshold.

[0180] Here, the user terminal may utilize a neural network model to modify and determine the second to eighth threshold values. For example, the input data of the neural network model may correspond to the results of the first to ninth tests of each user and the treatment group of each user, and the output data may correspond to the second to eighth threshold values.

[0181] In machine learning technology and cognitive science, a neural network model refers to a statistical learning algorithm implemented based on the structure of a biological neural network, or a structure that executes the algorithm.

[0182] For example, a neural network model can represent a model with problem-solving capabilities. Nodes, artificial neurons that form a network by combining synapses, similar to biological neural networks, repeatedly adjust the weights of synapses to learn to reduce the error between the correct output corresponding to a specific input and the inferred output. For example, a neural network model can include any probabilistic model used in artificial intelligence learning methods such as machine learning and deep learning, as well as neural network models.

[0183] For example, a neural network model can be implemented as a multilayer perceptron (MLP) composed of multiple layers of nodes and connections between them. The neural network model according to the present embodiment can be implemented using one of various artificial neural network model structures including a multilayer perceptron. For example, the neural network model can be composed of an input layer that receives an input signal or data from the outside, an output layer that outputs an output signal or data corresponding to the input data, and at least one hidden layer located between the input layer and the output layer that receives a signal from the input layer, extracts characteristics, and transmits the same to the output layer. The output layer receives a signal or data from the hidden layer and outputs it to the outside.

[0184] Accordingly, the neural network model can be trained to output the second to eighth threshold values. Specifically, the user terminal can train the neural network model using the test results of the first to ninth tests for diagnosing erectile dysfunction of other users, the erectile dysfunction diagnosis results of the users, and the second to eighth threshold values ​​used for diagnosing erectile dysfunction of the users as training data.

[0185] As an example, if the user terminal determines that an in-patient treatment is necessary based on the test results for diagnosing erectile dysfunction, the user terminal may automatically perform procedures for an in-patient treatment.

[0186] For example, a user terminal can determine its current location and obtain information about hospitals located within a predetermined distance based on its current location. For example, if there is at least one hospital within a predetermined distance from the current location, the user terminal can access the hospital's reservation system and obtain information about available appointment times for a specific department for in-patient treatment. Furthermore, the user terminal can display information about the searched hospital and available appointment times.

[0187] Additionally, the user terminal can compare the user's schedule information stored in the user terminal with the acquired reservable time information, and select and display a time suitable for the user.

[0188] Additionally, the user terminal can access the reservation system of a hospital to which the user has visited based on the user's hospital visit history information and obtain available reservation times.

[0189] Additionally, the user terminal can search for hospitals close to the user's route based on the user's route information (e.g., the user's commuting route information, etc.) and obtain available reservation times.

[0190] In another embodiment, when a user terminal makes a reservation for an in-patient treatment, it may transmit information necessary for the in-patient treatment (e.g., EEG and electrocardiogram) to the hospital. Furthermore, the user terminal may obtain information from the hospital's reservation system regarding the availability of the information necessary for the aforementioned in-patient treatment.

[0191] As another embodiment, if the user terminal diagnoses the user as being in a specific erectile dysfunction treatment group (e.g., one of the first to fifth erectile dysfunction treatment groups) based on the test results for diagnosing erectile dysfunction, the user terminal may provide the user with a treatment plan (e.g., exercise performance and medication prescription) applicable to the corresponding erectile dysfunction treatment group.

[0192] Hereinafter, the first to ninth tests will be described with reference to FIGS. 6 to 11.

[0193] FIG. 6 is an exemplary diagram illustrating a second test related to a depression scale according to one embodiment.

[0194] Secondary tests related to depression scales may include, but are not limited to, the Depression Self-Assessment Inventory, the Beck Depression Inventory, and the Anxiety Disorders Inventory.

[0195] Referring to FIG. 6, image (600) corresponds to an example of a questionnaire included in the second test using the Self-Test for Depression Severity (CES-D).

[0196] For example, a user terminal can obtain a score for each of the 20 questions included in the depression self-diagnosis. Each question's score can range from 0 to 3, depending on the severity of the symptom. The user terminal can obtain the results of the second test by synthesizing the scores for each question.

[0197] Additionally, the user terminal can determine whether to perform a third test related to the erectile function index based on the comprehensive score of the second test as the second threshold.

[0198] For example, if the user terminal's comprehensive score on the second test is 24 or less, the user terminal may perform the third test without suggesting a psychiatric consultation. Furthermore, if the user terminal's comprehensive score on the second test is 16 or more but less than 24, the user terminal may perform the second test at predetermined intervals in addition to the third test to assess the risk of developing a mental illness.

[0199] Additionally, if the user terminal determines that the overall score of the second test exceeds 24 points, the user terminal may suggest treatment at a psychiatric department, judging that there is a high possibility of developing a mental illness.

[0200] FIG. 7 is an exemplary diagram illustrating a third test related to an erectile dysfunction index according to one embodiment.

[0201] Third-party tests related to erectile function may include, but are not limited to, the International Index of Erectile Function (IIEF).

[0202] Referring to FIG. 7, image (700) corresponds to an example of a questionnaire included in the third test using the International Erectile Dysfunction Index questionnaire.

[0203] For example, a user terminal can obtain a score for each of the five questions included in the International Erectile Dysfunction Index questionnaire. Each question's score can range from 1 to 5, depending on the severity of the symptom. The user terminal can obtain the results of a third-party test by synthesizing the scores for each question.

[0204] The user terminal may diagnose erectile dysfunction by performing at least one of the fourth to sixth tests based on the results of the third test. For example, the user terminal may utilize the third threshold and the fourth threshold.

[0205] For example, if the result of the third test exceeds the fourth threshold of 21 points, the user terminal can perform the fifth test. In addition, if the result of the third test exceeds the third threshold of 11 points and is less than or equal to the fourth threshold of 21 points, the user terminal can perform the fourth test. In addition, if the result of the third test is less than or equal to the third threshold of 11 points, the user terminal can perform the sixth test.

[0206] FIG. 8 is an exemplary diagram illustrating a fifth test related to a judgment disorder according to one embodiment.

[0207] The fifth screening test related to ejaculatory disorders may include, but is not limited to, some questions from the Male Sexual Health Quetionnaire (MSHQ) questionnaire.

[0208] Referring to FIG. 8, image (800) corresponds to an example of a questionnaire included in the fifth test.

[0209] For example, a user terminal can obtain the results of the fifth test through the scores for the questions included in the fifth test. For example, the scores for the questions in the fifth test may correspond to a score of 1 to 5, depending on the severity of the symptoms.

[0210] For example, if the result of the fifth test is below the fifth threshold of 3, the user terminal may determine that the severity of erectile dysfunction symptoms is severe and suggest that the user undergo urology treatment. Furthermore, if the result of the fifth test is above the fifth threshold of 3, the user terminal may perform at least one of the seventh and eighth tests.

[0211] FIG. 9 is an exemplary drawing for explaining a seventh test related to sexual satisfaction according to one embodiment.

[0212] The fifth screening test related to ejaculation disorders may include, but is not limited to, some questions from the MSHQ questionnaire.

[0213] Referring to FIG. 9, image (900) corresponds to an example of a questionnaire included in the 7th test.

[0214] For example, a user terminal can obtain the results of the seventh test through the scores for the questions included in the seventh test. For example, the scores for the questions in the seventh test may correspond to a score of 1 to 5, depending on the severity of the symptoms.

[0215] For example, if the result of the seventh test is below the seventh threshold of 3, the user terminal may determine that the erectile dysfunction symptoms are not severe and suggest observation without treatment. Furthermore, if the result of the seventh test is above the seventh threshold of 3, the user terminal may diagnose the user as being in the first erectile dysfunction treatment group.

[0216] FIG. 10 is an exemplary diagram illustrating an eighth test related to sexual desire according to one embodiment.

[0217] The eighth test related to sexual desire may include, but is not limited to, some questions from the MSHQ questionnaire.

[0218] Referring to FIG. 10, image (1000) corresponds to an example of a questionnaire included in the 8th test.

[0219] For example, a user terminal may obtain scores for two questions included in the 8th test. Each question may be scored from 1 to 5 points, depending on the severity of the symptom.

[0220] The user terminal may determine whether to proceed with the ninth test based on the results of the eighth test. For example, if the result of at least one question included in the eighth test is below the eighth threshold of 2, the user terminal may diagnose the user as a member of the third erectile dysfunction treatment group. Furthermore, if the results of all questions included in the eighth test exceed the eighth threshold of 2, the user terminal may perform the ninth test related to the erectile index.

[0221] FIG. 11 is an exemplary diagram illustrating a ninth test related to an erectile index according to one embodiment.

[0222] The ninth screening test related to ejaculation disorders may include, but is not limited to, some questions from the MSHQ questionnaire.

[0223] Referring to FIG. 11, image (1100) corresponds to an example of a questionnaire included in the 9th test.

[0224] For example, a user terminal can obtain a score for each of the three questions included in the 9th test. Each question's score may range from 0 to 5, depending on the severity of the symptom. The user terminal can obtain the results of the 9th test by synthesizing the scores for each question.

[0225] Based on the results of the ninth test, the user terminal can diagnose the user into either the fourth or fifth erectile dysfunction treatment group. For example, if the results of the ninth test are below the sixth threshold of 6, the user terminal can diagnose the user into the fourth erectile dysfunction treatment group. Furthermore, if the results of the ninth test exceed the sixth threshold of 6, the user terminal can diagnose the user into the fifth erectile dysfunction treatment group.

[0226] Hereinafter, a method for treating erectile dysfunction will be described with reference to Fig. 12.

[0227] FIG. 12 is an exemplary drawing for explaining a method for treating erectile dysfunction according to one embodiment.

[0228] Based on the results of the erectile dysfunction diagnosis, the user terminal may suggest performing remote physical therapy, for example, at least one of the first and second exercises. For example, the user terminal may suggest performing at least one of the first and second exercises at different intensities for each erectile dysfunction treatment group classified based on the severity of erectile dysfunction symptoms.

[0229] For example, the first exercise may include, but is not limited to, walking, push-ups, and squats. The second exercise may also include, but is not limited to, pelvic exercises.

[0230] Referring to Table (1200), the user terminal may suggest performing the first exercise and the second exercise of different intensities for the first to fifth erectile dysfunction treatment groups, respectively.

[0231] For example, the first and second exercises of different intensities can be set to optimally treat the first to fifth erectile dysfunction treatment groups. Specifically, performing walking exercise of more than 8,000 steps per day, performing four sets of push-ups per day, and performing three sets of squats per day may be an optimal treatment method for the first erectile dysfunction treatment group, whereas performing walking exercise of more than 8,000 steps per day, performing four sets of push-ups per day, performing three sets of squats per day, and performing two sets of pelvic exercise per day may be an optimal treatment method for the second erectile dysfunction treatment group. The method for determining the optimal exercise intensity for each erectile dysfunction treatment group is described below.

[0232] As an example, the user terminal may determine and modify the performance intensities of the first exercise and the second exercise for each treatment group by considering the performance intensities of the first exercise and the second exercise of users previously diagnosed with erectile dysfunction.

[0233] For example, the user terminal may utilize a neural network model to determine the performance intensities of the first and second exercises. For example, the user terminal may utilize the results of a follow-up test to determine the degree of improvement in erectile dysfunction symptoms according to the user's performance of the first and second exercises, and use the neural network model to determine the performance intensities of the first and second exercises for each treatment group.

[0234] For example, the input data of the neural network model may correspond to the user's erectile dysfunction treatment group, and the output data may correspond to the performance intensity of at least one of the first exercise and the second exercise.

[0235] As another embodiment, the user terminal may use a neural network model to determine the performance intensity of the first exercise and the second exercise for each erectile dysfunction treatment group.

[0236] For example, the user terminal can use the neural network model to use the erectile dysfunction treatment group and the performance intensity of at least one of the first and second exercises as input data, and the degree of improvement in erectile dysfunction symptoms according to the performance results of the first and second exercises as output data.

[0237] For example, a user terminal can train a neural network model based on the exercise performance results of other users. For example, the user terminal can use the performance intensity of at least one of the first and second exercises suggested for the other user's erectile dysfunction treatment group and the specific first and second exercises as input data, and use the degree of improvement in the erectile dysfunction symptoms of the existing user based on the performance results of the first and second exercises as output data.

[0238] Through this, the user terminal can determine the performance intensity of at least one of the first and second exercises that maximizes the degree of improvement in erectile dysfunction symptoms using the learned neural network model.

[0239] For example, the user terminal may suggest to the first erectile dysfunction treatment group that they perform the 1-1 exercise corresponding to walking exercise at a rate of 8,000 steps or more per day.

[0240] Research has shown that men who walk more than 8,000 steps daily secrete higher levels of testosterone, a hormone that helps alleviate erectile dysfunction symptoms, than those who walk less than 4,000 steps daily. The user terminal can treat erectile dysfunction by suggesting higher-intensity walking exercises for each ED treatment group, depending on the severity of their symptoms.

[0241] Additionally, the user terminal may suggest that the first erectile dysfunction treatment group perform four sets of the first and second exercises, corresponding to push-ups, per day. Here, one set may mean performing ten push-ups.

[0242] Research has shown that men who perform daily push-ups have a significantly lower risk of developing cardiovascular disease compared to those who do not. The user terminal can suggest higher-intensity push-ups to patients with more severe erectile dysfunction symptoms, thereby reducing the risk of developing cardiovascular disease, a cause of erectile dysfunction.

[0243] Additionally, the user terminal may suggest that the first erectile dysfunction treatment group perform three sets of exercises 1-3, corresponding to squat exercises, per day. Here, one set may mean performing 10 squat exercises.

[0244] Squats involve sitting down until your thighs are parallel to the ground and then standing up. Research has shown that squats increase blood flow by building lower body muscles, which helps prevent cardiovascular disease. The user device can suggest higher-intensity squats for those with more severe erectile dysfunction, thereby reducing the risk of developing cardiovascular disease, a common cause of erectile dysfunction.

[0245] Additionally, the user terminal may suggest that the second erectile dysfunction treatment group perform two sets of the second exercise corresponding to pelvic exercise per day. Here, one set may mean performing six pelvic exercise repetitions.

[0246] Pelvic exercises may include, but are not limited to, lifting the pelvis while lying face up, lifting one leg while lying on the side, and sitting in a chair with the back straight. For example, each exercise could be held for six seconds followed by six seconds of rest.

[0247] In one embodiment, the user terminal may provide the user with information on the most appropriate medication for a specific erectile dysfunction treatment group based on the results of an erectile dysfunction diagnosis, for example, based on the specific erectile dysfunction treatment group. Furthermore, the user terminal may display a webpage where the user can order the most appropriate medication for the specific erectile dysfunction treatment group. Furthermore, the user terminal may provide an alarm for each erectile dysfunction treatment group to prompt the user to take the most appropriate medication, and may receive information from the user regarding whether or not the user has taken the medication.

[0248] Hereinafter, with reference to FIG. 13, a method for a user terminal to monitor a user's heart rate is described.

[0249] FIG. 13 is an exemplary diagram illustrating a method for monitoring heart rate during a treatment process according to one embodiment.

[0250] Referring to FIG. 13, the user terminal (1320) may correspond to a wearable device such as a watch, glasses, hair band, or ring equipped with a communication function and a data processing function, but is not limited thereto.

[0251] The user terminal (1320) can monitor whether the user (1310) performs the exercise prescribed as a digital therapeutic agent above a predetermined standard.

[0252] Additionally, the user terminal may determine and modify certain criteria necessary for monitoring by considering the monitoring results during the treatment process of users previously diagnosed with erectile dysfunction. For example, the user terminal may analyze the heart rate measured during treatment of users previously diagnosed with erectile dysfunction and determine a certain standard for the heart rate required during exercise. For example, the user terminal may utilize a neural network model to determine the certain standard. For example, the input data of the neural network model may correspond to the user's erectile dysfunction treatment group, and the output data may correspond to the appropriate heart rate.

[0253] The user terminal (1320) can monitor the heart rate (1330) of the user (1310) while the user (1310) is performing an exercise prescribed as a digital therapeutic. For example, the user terminal (1320) can monitor whether the heart rate exceeds a predetermined standard while the user (1310) is performing an exercise.

[0254] For example, if the heart rate of the user (1310) does not exceed a predetermined standard, the user terminal (1320) may determine that the user (1310) is not performing sufficient exercise to exhibit the effect of erectile dysfunction treatment, and may generate a notification for reinforcement.

[0255] Additionally, the user terminal (1320) can repeatedly monitor the heart rate (1330) based on a predetermined cycle. For example, the user terminal (1320) can monitor the heart rate (1330) of the user (1310) at predetermined cycles, and if the measured heart rate does not exceed the predetermined heart rate at least once, a notification for reinforcement can be generated.

[0256] Hereinafter, a method for a user terminal to monitor a user's exercise posture will be described with reference to FIG. 14.

[0257] FIG. 14 is an exemplary drawing illustrating a method for monitoring exercise posture during a treatment process according to one embodiment.

[0258] Referring to FIG. 14, the user terminal (1420) can monitor the user (1410) by filming the process of performing exercise prescribed as a digital therapeutic. The user terminal (1420) can include at least one photographing module for capturing photos or videos. For example, the user terminal (1420) can monitor whether the user (1410) performs exercise above a predetermined standard by filming the exercise process.

[0259] For example, the user terminal (1420) can evaluate the user's (1410) exercise performance posture to calculate a performance score. For example, a processor such as a GPU of the user terminal (1420) can image-process a captured exercise video to identify the user's arms, legs, pelvis, etc., and analyze the positions of the user's arms, legs, pelvis, etc. to calculate a performance score.

[0260] For example, if the calculated performance score does not exceed a predetermined standard, the user terminal (1420) may determine that the user (1410) is not performing sufficient exercise to exhibit the effect of erectile dysfunction treatment, and may generate a notification for reinforcement.

[0261] Additionally, the user terminal (1420) can repeatedly monitor the user's exercise posture based on a predetermined cycle.

[0262] Additionally, the user terminal (1420) can calculate changes in the user's performance score by period by synthesizing the performance scores of the user's exercise posture, which are repeatedly monitored at predetermined intervals. Furthermore, the user terminal can present the changes in the calculated performance score to the user. This allows the user to check changes in their exercise performance.

[0263] Hereinafter, a method for a user terminal to provide an image regarding a recommended exercise posture will be described with reference to FIG. 15.

[0264] FIG. 15 is an exemplary drawing for explaining a method for providing an image regarding a recommended posture in the process of performing an exercise required for treatment according to one embodiment.

[0265] Referring to screen (1500), the user terminal may provide an image regarding a recommended performance posture of at least one of the first and second exercises. For example, the user terminal may provide an image regarding a recommended performance posture of a pelvic exercise included in the second exercise. The user terminal may simultaneously play an image regarding a recommended performance posture of at least one of the first and second exercises on the screen and monitor the user's exercise performance process through a camera. Specifically, the user terminal may analyze a captured image or video to derive skeletal information of the user, and may derive posture information regarding the user's exercise performance process using the derived skeletal information. The user terminal may generate a notification for reinforcement based on a performance score derived from the posture information.

[0266] Previously, patients prescribed digital therapeutics faced the problem of not receiving the expected therapeutic benefits due to failing to perform the exercises in the recommended posture. However, user devices can enhance the effectiveness of the treatment by providing images of the recommended posture for the exercises included in the prescribed digital therapeutic.

[0267] Hereinafter, with reference to Fig. 16, a method for tracking erectile dysfunction will be described.

[0268] FIG. 16 is an exemplary drawing for explaining a questionnaire used in a follow-up examination process for erectile dysfunction according to one embodiment.

[0269] The user terminal can perform follow-up tests for erectile dysfunction after treatment. This allows the user terminal to prevent recurrence of erectile dysfunction without requiring the user to visit a hospital.

[0270] After a predetermined period of time has elapsed since the user began treatment for erectile dysfunction, the user terminal can periodically check whether the user's lifestyle habits have improved. For example, lifestyle habits may include alcohol consumption, diabetes, smoking, and body fat percentage. Furthermore, the user terminal can check for lifestyle improvement every two weeks. If it determines that lifestyle habits have not improved beyond a predetermined level, it can trigger an alarm suggesting efforts to improve lifestyle habits.

[0271] Additionally, the user terminal may perform at least one follow-up test among follow-up tests for diagnosing erectile dysfunction after a predetermined period of time has elapsed from the treatment for erectile dysfunction. For example, the follow-up tests for diagnosing erectile dysfunction may include, but are not limited to, a first test related to heart disease, a second test related to a depression scale, a third test related to an erectile function index, a fourth test related to exercise capacity, a fifth test related to ejaculation disorder, a sixth test related to sexual dysfunction, a seventh test related to sexual satisfaction, an eighth test related to sexual desire, and a ninth test related to an erectile function index.

[0272] For example, the user terminal can use the results of the erectile dysfunction test performed when diagnosing the user's erectile dysfunction to determine which of the follow-up tests, from the first to the ninth, to perform. Since the results of the erectile dysfunction test for the user are stored in the user terminal, the results can be optimized for the user, and thus, the data for the follow-up test requires less data processing than the data for the existing erectile dysfunction test, and the memory space used for data processing is also reduced.

[0273] For example, for a user previously diagnosed with a high risk of developing heart disease and recommended for cardiology treatment, the user terminal may perform follow-up testing, including a first test related to heart disease. Furthermore, for a user previously diagnosed with a high risk of developing mental illness and recommended for psychiatric treatment, the user terminal may perform follow-up testing, including a second test related to depression measures.

[0274] Additionally, for users diagnosed with the third erectile dysfunction treatment group due to abnormal results in the 8th test related to sexual desire, the user terminal can perform follow-up tests including the 8th test.

[0275] For example, the user terminal may perform a seventh examination on a user diagnosed with erectile dysfunction in the first treatment group every one month after treatment. Additionally, the user terminal may perform a second examination, a third examination, a seventh examination, and a ninth examination three months after treatment for erectile dysfunction.

[0276] Additionally, the user terminal can perform a fifth examination every one month after treatment for users diagnosed with the second erectile dysfunction treatment group. Furthermore, the user terminal can perform the second, third, fifth, seventh, and ninth examinations three months after the erectile dysfunction treatment. Furthermore, the user terminal can track the continuation of pharmaceutical treatment, such as erectile dysfunction treatment drugs.

[0277] Additionally, the user terminal can perform an eighth examination every one month after treatment for users diagnosed with the third erectile dysfunction treatment group. Furthermore, the user terminal can perform a second examination, a third examination, and a seventh to ninth examination three months after the start of erectile dysfunction treatment. Furthermore, the user terminal can track the continuation of pharmaceutical treatment, such as erectile dysfunction treatment drugs.

[0278] Additionally, the user terminal can perform a ninth examination every one month after treatment for users diagnosed with the fourth erectile dysfunction treatment group. Furthermore, the user terminal can perform the second, third, seventh, and ninth examinations three months after the start of erectile dysfunction treatment. Furthermore, the user terminal can monitor the continuation of pharmaceutical treatments, such as erectile dysfunction medications. Furthermore, the user terminal can monitor the records of internal medicine test results, such as blood sugar levels.

[0279] Additionally, the user terminal may perform a ninth examination on users diagnosed with erectile dysfunction treatment group 5, once every month after treatment. Furthermore, the user terminal may perform a second examination, a third examination, a seventh examination, and a ninth examination three months after erectile dysfunction treatment.

[0280] For example, the user terminal can use the results of an erectile dysfunction tracking test to conduct a questionnaire test asking whether erectile dysfunction symptoms have improved.

[0281] Here, the questionnaire may include at least one of the following: a questionnaire on the degree of improvement in smoking, drinking, and obesity, a questionnaire on the degree of improvement in erectile function, a questionnaire on the degree of improvement in sexual satisfaction, a questionnaire on the degree of improvement in ejaculation disorder, a questionnaire on the degree of improvement in sexual desire, a questionnaire on the degree of improvement in depression, and a questionnaire on the degree of improvement in cardiovascular health.

[0282] As an example, the user terminal may calculate and provide additional treatment options to the user based on the results of the tracking test.

[0283] For example, if medication was prescribed based on the results of an erectile dysfunction test performed upon the initial diagnosis of erectile dysfunction, the user terminal can determine whether the user has taken the prescribed medication appropriately. For example, if the user has taken the prescribed medication appropriately, the degree of improvement in erectile dysfunction symptoms following the medication can be tracked and, depending on the degree of improvement, the user can be instructed to continue taking the existing medication or a new medication can be recommended.

[0284] For example, the user terminal may perform separate follow-up examinations based on specific treatment plans based on the previous user's erectile dysfunction diagnosis results, and may suggest different treatment plans based on each of these follow-up examinations. Specifically, the user terminal may suggest only performing a specific exercise (e.g., the exercise performance plan illustrated in FIG. 12), only taking a specific medication, or suggesting a combination of performing exercise and taking medication based on the previous user's erectile dysfunction diagnosis results. Furthermore, the user terminal may perform different follow-up examinations corresponding to these different treatment plans. For example, if only performing a specific exercise was previously suggested as a treatment plan, a first follow-up examination corresponding to the exercise performance treatment plan may be performed through the user terminal, whereas if only taking a specific medication was suggested as a treatment plan, a second follow-up examination corresponding to the medication treatment plan may be performed through the user terminal. Based on the results of these different follow-up examinations, the user terminal may suggest a more appropriate treatment plan to the user.

[0285] Referring to image (1600), the user terminal can perform at least one of the first to sixth questionnaires using the results of the erectile dysfunction tracking test.

[0286] For example, the results of each survey may, but are not limited to, values ​​between 0% and 100%.

[0287] For example, if the user terminal determines that the results of the eighth test related to sexual desire included in the follow-up test are abnormal, the user terminal may perform a questionnaire test, including a fourth questionnaire that examines the degree of improvement in sexual desire.

[0288] Additionally, the user terminal can use the results of the erectile dysfunction tracking test to disable some of the questionnaires included in the survey test.

[0289] For example, if the user terminal determines that the results of the first test related to heart disease included in the follow-up test are normal, it may determine that there is no abnormality in cardiovascular health and deactivate the sixth questionnaire that tests the degree of improvement in cardiovascular health.

[0290] Additionally, the user terminal can calculate the results of a survey by combining the values ​​of each survey included in the survey. For example, the user terminal can calculate the results of a survey by combining the values ​​of the first to fifth surveys, excluding the inactive sixth survey.

[0291] For example, the user terminal may suggest a treatment plan based on the results of a questionnaire. The treatment plan may include, but is not limited to, a first plan suggesting a follow-up examination for erectile dysfunction diagnosis after a predetermined period of time, a second plan suggesting continued treatment for erectile dysfunction, and a third plan suggesting urological consultation.

[0292] For example, a user terminal may suggest a treatment plan based on the results of a questionnaire test divided into a first score and a second score, where the first score corresponds to a value lower than the second score.

[0293] In addition, the user terminal may determine and modify the first score and the second score for suggesting a treatment plan, taking into account the treatment plan suggested based on the results of follow-up examinations of users previously diagnosed with erectile dysfunction. For example, the user terminal may analyze the effectiveness of the treatment plan suggested based on the results of follow-up examinations of users previously diagnosed with erectile dysfunction, and determine the first score and the second score for suggesting a treatment plan. For example, the user terminal may utilize a neural network model to determine the values ​​of the first score and the second score. For example, the user terminal may determine the values ​​of the first score and the second score through the neural network model, using the test results of users who have previously undergone follow-up examinations. For example, the input data of the neural network may correspond to the user's erectile dysfunction treatment group, and the output data may correspond to at least one of the first score and the second score.

[0294] For example, if the result of the questionnaire test exceeds the second score, the user terminal may determine that the symptoms of erectile dysfunction have significantly improved, and may suggest a treatment plan to perform a follow-up test for diagnosing erectile dysfunction again after a certain period of time to prevent recurrence. In addition, if the result of the questionnaire test exceeds the first score but is lower than the second score, the user terminal may determine that the symptoms of erectile dysfunction have improved but require treatment, and may suggest a treatment plan to continue performing the erectile dysfunction treatment that was previously performed. In addition, if the result of the questionnaire test is lower than the first score, the user terminal may determine that the symptoms of erectile dysfunction have not improved, and may suggest a treatment plan to receive a urology examination.

[0295] Embodiments of the present invention may be implemented in the form of a computer program that can be executed through various components on a computer, and such a computer program may be recorded on a computer-readable medium. In this case, the medium may include magnetic media such as hard disks, floppy disks, and magnetic tapes, optical recording media such as CD-ROMs and DVDs, magneto-optical media such as floptical disks, and hardware devices specifically configured to store and execute program instructions, such as ROMs, RAMs, and flash memories.

[0296] Meanwhile, the computer program may be specifically designed and constructed for the present invention, or may be one known and available to those skilled in the computer software field. Examples of computer programs may include not only machine language code, such as that generated by a compiler, but also high-level language code that can be executed by a computer using an interpreter or the like.

[0297] According to one embodiment, the method according to various embodiments of the present disclosure may be provided as included in a computer program product. The computer program product may be traded as a product between a seller and a buyer. The computer program product may be distributed in the form of a machine-readable storage medium (e.g., compact disc read-only memory (CD-ROM)), or may be distributed online (e.g., downloaded or uploaded) through an application store (e.g., Play Store™) or directly between two user devices. In the case of online distribution, at least a portion of the computer program product may be temporarily stored or temporarily generated in a machine-readable storage medium, such as the memory of a manufacturer's server, an application store's server, or a relay server.

[0298] Unless the steps constituting the method according to the present invention are explicitly described in a specific order or are not described to the contrary, the steps may be performed in any appropriate order. The present invention is not necessarily limited to the order in which the steps are described. The use of all examples or exemplary terms (e.g., "for example," etc.) in the present invention is merely intended to illustrate the present invention in detail, and the scope of the present invention is not limited by the examples or exemplary terms unless otherwise defined by the claims. Furthermore, those skilled in the art will appreciate that various modifications, combinations, and variations can be configured according to design conditions and factors within the scope of the appended claims or their equivalents.

[0299] Therefore, the idea of ​​the present invention should not be limited to the embodiments described above, and not only the scope of the patent claims described below but also all scopes equivalent to or equivalently modified from the scope of the patent claims are considered to fall within the scope of the idea of ​​the present invention.

Claims

1. A method for providing a medical service for diagnosing erectile dysfunction to a user terminal, A step of obtaining information to determine the risk of heart disease and performing a first examination related to cardiovascular disease risk factors; If the results of the first test are normal, a step of performing a second test related to the depression scale; If the result of the second test is below the second threshold, performing a third test related to the erectile function index; and A step of diagnosing erectile dysfunction by performing at least one of a fourth test related to motor ability, a fifth test related to ejaculation disorder, and a sixth test related to sexual dysfunction based on the results of the third test; How to include.

2. In paragraph 1, The above method, If the results of the above first test are abnormal, a step of proposing cardiology treatment without diagnosing erectile dysfunction; A method comprising:

3. In paragraph 1, The above method, If the result of the second test exceeds the second threshold, a step of proposing psychiatric treatment without a diagnosis of erectile dysfunction; A method comprising:

4. In paragraph 1, The above diagnosing steps are: A step of dividing the results of the third test based on a third threshold value and a fourth threshold value to determine which of the fourth test, the fifth test, and the sixth test to perform to diagnose erectile dysfunction; A method wherein the third threshold is less than the fourth threshold.

5. In paragraph 1, The above diagnosing steps are: If the result of the third test exceeds the fourth threshold, performing the fifth test; If the result of the fifth test is greater than or equal to the fifth threshold, a step of performing a seventh test related to sexual satisfaction; and A step of diagnosing the user as a first erectile dysfunction treatment group based on the results of the seventh test; A method comprising:

6. In paragraph 1, The above diagnosing steps are: If the result of the third test exceeds the third threshold and is less than or equal to the fourth threshold, performing the fourth test; If the result of the fourth test is normal, performing the fifth test; and If the result of the fifth test is less than the fifth threshold, a step of diagnosing the user as a second erectile dysfunction treatment group; A method comprising:

7. In paragraph 6, The above method, If the result of the fifth test is greater than or equal to the fifth threshold, performing an eighth test related to sexual desire; and If the result of the above 8th test is abnormal, a step of diagnosing the user as a third erectile dysfunction treatment group; How to include.

8. In paragraph 7, The above method, If the result of the above 8th test is normal, a step of performing a 9th test related to the erectile index; and If the result of the above 9th test is below the 6th threshold, the patient is diagnosed as a 4th erectile dysfunction treatment group, If the result of the above 9th test exceeds the above 6th threshold, a step of diagnosing the 5th erectile dysfunction treatment group; How to include.

9. In paragraph 6, The above method, A method comprising: a step of proposing cardiology treatment without a diagnosis of erectile dysfunction if the result of the fourth test is abnormal; 10. In paragraph 1, The above diagnosing steps are: If the result of the third test is less than or equal to the third threshold value, performing the sixth test; and If the results of the above 6th test are abnormal, a step of proposing urological treatment without diagnosing erectile dysfunction; A method comprising:

11. In paragraph 10, The above method, If the result of the above 6th test is normal, a step of performing a 4th test related to exercise ability; If the result of the fourth test is normal, performing the fifth test; and If the result of the fifth test is less than the fifth threshold, a step of diagnosing the user as a second erectile dysfunction treatment group; A method comprising:

12. In paragraph 11, The above method, If the result of the fifth test is greater than or equal to the fifth threshold, performing an eighth test related to sexual desire; and If the result of the above 8th test is abnormal, a step of diagnosing the user as a third erectile dysfunction treatment group; How to include.

13. In paragraph 12, The above method, If the result of the above 8th test is normal, a step of performing a 9th test related to the erectile index; and If the result of the above 9th test is below the 6th threshold, the user is diagnosed as the 4th erectile dysfunction treatment group, If the result of the ninth test exceeds the sixth threshold, a step of diagnosing the user as a fifth erectile dysfunction treatment group; How to include.

14. A computer-readable recording medium recording a program for executing the method according to paragraph 1 on a computer.

15. At least one memory; and comprising at least one processor; At least one processor, A computing device that obtains information for determining a user's risk of heart disease, performs a first test related to cardiovascular disease risk factors, and if the result of the first test is normal, performs a second test related to a depression scale, and if the result of the second test is below a second threshold, performs a third test related to an erectile function index, and based on the result of the third test, performs at least one test among a fourth test related to exercise ability, a fifth test related to ejaculation disorder, and a sixth test related to sexual dysfunction to diagnose erectile dysfunction.

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