Sexual Health of Colorectal Cancer Patients—a Systematic Review

Chokshi, Aishwarya; Belekar, Dnyanesh M.; Chokshi, Shikha

doi:10.1007/s12262-022-03377-5

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“…However, it is important to consider potential memory bias in studies conducted many years after treatment. Future research should aim to investigate the effects of chemotherapy on sexual function during and in the months following treatment, focusing on a homogeneous sample with standardized treatment timelines 56 – 58 . Moreover, studies assessing the impact of ostomy on sexual life often fail to differentiate between colon and rectal cancers.…”

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Factors associated with sexual dysfunction in patients with colorectal cancer in Iran: a cross-sectional study

Dahouri,

Sahebihagh,

Gilani

2024

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Sexual dysfunction is a prevalent issue among individuals diagnosed with colorectal cancer (CRC), significantly impacting their quality of life. However, limited research has explored the factors associated with sexual dysfunction in CRC patients in Iran. This cross-sectional study aimed to identify the demographic factors that may contribute to sexual dysfunction in this population. A cross-sectional study involving CRC patients was conducted from April 1, 2022, to May 1, 2022, in Tabriz, Iran. Ethical approvals were obtained, and convenience sampling was employed at outpatient chemotherapy centers in five Tabriz hospitals. Validated questionnaires, including participants characteristics form, the Female Sexual Function Index (FSFI) for females and International Index of Erectile Function (IIEF) for males, were utilized. Data were analyzed using IBM SPSS Statistics version 24, employing descriptive statistics and stepwise linear regression to assess association between mentioned factors and sexual function. Among 256 participants, 50.4% were males, 49.6% were females, and 80.5% were married. The predominant age range was 50–60 years. The study findings revealed a high prevalence of sexual dysfunction among both female (Mean ± SD: 10.91 ± 8.67, Min–Max: 3.20–33.00) and male (Mean ± SD: 27.64 ± 16.28, Min–Max: 11–62) CRC patients. Factors such as the presence of a colostomy for FSFI (P < 0.001), type of treatment received for both FSFI and IIEF (P < 0.001), type of housing for both FSFI and IIEF (P < 0.001), occupation for FSFI (P < 0.001), presence of other diseases for FSFI (P = 0.047), and time since the last chemotherapy session for FSFI (P = 0.018), Education for IIEF (P = 0.026), and Age for IIEF (P = 0.002) were identified as significant factors of sexual dysfunction. These demographic factors demonstrated varying effects on sexual function, underscoring the complexity of this issue. The results underscore the significance of addressing sexual health concerns in CRC patients and highlight the necessity for tailored interventions to enhance their overall well-being. Healthcare providers should recognize the influence of demographic factors on sexual function and contemplate integrating sexual health assessments and interventions into the care of CRC patients. Further research is needed to comprehend better the underlying mechanisms and devise effective strategies for managing sexual dysfunction in this population.

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Factors associated with sexual dysfunction in patients with colorectal cancer in Iran: a cross-sectional study

Dahouri,

Sahebihagh,

Gilani

2024

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“…Conventional treatments for CRC include surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation therapy [4], which can lead to the onset of a variety of physical, emotional, psychological, and social impairments [5][6][7][8], impacting patients' overall quality of life and sexual well-being throughout the course of the disease [8,9]. In the case of stoma surgery, such an impact may be more dramatic and exacerbate overall symptoms, posing additional challenges in the patient's adjustment to the new condition [10].…”

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“…Regarding the impact on sexual health, several studies have shown CRC and associated treatments can precipitate the development of sexual problems, such as erectile and ejaculatory dysfunction in men and dyspareunia and absent or decreased vaginal Healthcare 2024, 12, 253 2 of 13 lubrication in women [11][12][13], along with a significant increase in sexual distress in both patients and partners over time [14]. Sexual desire, sexual pleasure, sexual satisfaction, and the frequency of sexual activities have also been reported to decrease over the course of the disease [10][11][12]15]. In addition to these difficulties, ostomized patients can also experience several constraints with their body image and the interference of the ostomy pouch during sexual activity [16], which can further aggravate their sexual distress and difficulties.…”

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“…Despite the well-documented impact of CRC diagnosis and treatments on patient's sexual health [10][11][12][13]17], research seeking to identify the specific sexual healthcare needs of these patients is still lacking [14,18]. A recent study conducted by Carneiro [19] indicated that patients with a history of CRC reported several sexual health concerns, namely regarding physical changes due to cancer and associated treatments, changes in sexual functioning, the ability to have sexual pleasure, and the ability to satisfy the sexual partner.…”

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Promoting Sexual Health in Colorectal Cancer Patients and Survivors: Results from a Systematic Review

Rocha,

Carneiro,

Vasconcelos

et al. 2024

Healthcare

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Background: Colorectal cancer diagnosis and treatment negatively impact sexual health. However, there is still a lack of interventions targeting the sexual healthcare needs of colorectal cancer patients and survivors. This systematic review aimed to identify and summarize the efficacy of available psychological interventions aimed at improving colorectal cancer patients’ and survivors’ sexual health. Methods: This review followed PRISMA guidelines for systematic reviews. A database search was conducted for studies published until July 2023 on EBSCO Host, Web of Science, PubMed, and the Cochrane Library. Manuscripts were screened according to inclusion and exclusion criteria. The risk of bias was assessed using the Quality Assessment Tool for Quantitative Studies. Results: From the 1499 records screened, four studies describing psychological interventions to improve the sexual health of the target population were identified. All studies reported on e-health programs and showed evidence of their efficacy in the improvement of participants’ sexual function. The studies presented low scores on the Quality Assessment Tool for Quantitative Studies. Conclusions: Despite the evidence that tele/e-health psychological interventions have the potential to effectively promote sexual health in colorectal cancer patients and survivors, more robust research is needed to allow for generalization. Future research should further assess the efficacy of e-health interventions (eMental Health) in promoting sexual health in patients with colorectal cancer.

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“…Dental aplasia has been discovered to be a common link with congenital alopecia, and abnormal sweat glands, impaired taste and smell, and epidermolysis bullosa have been identified as uncommon associations [ 2 , 3 ]. It belongs to a spectrum of diseases known as ectodermal dysplasia (ED), which was originally described in the 1970s [ 4 ]. EDs, according to Freire-Maia are "congenital disorders characterised by alterations in two or more ectodermal structures, involving at least one in the hair, teeth, nails, or sweat glands" [ 5 , 6 ].…”

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Inherited Hairlessness: A Case Study of Familial Congenital Atrichia

Tunuguntla¹,

Mathew²,

Quadri³

et al. 2023

Cureus

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An uncommon disorder known as atrichia congenita with ectodermal defects (isolated type) can present with the complete absence of hair at birth or can cause the scalp hair to fall out between the ages of one to six months, after that no new hair growth occurs. Patients don't develop pubic and axillary hairs in addition to lacking or having scant brow, eyelash, and body hair. It could develop independently or in tandem with other problems. Isolated congenital alopecia has been reported to occur in both sporadic and familial forms. Although dominant or unevenly dominant inheritance has been found in rare families, the isolated family form often inherits in an autosomal recessive manner. In this case report, we present a rare case of familial congenital atrichia in a 16-year-old girl. There can be a genetic component to her illness because both her mother and father also show some of the clinical features.

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Sexual Health of Colorectal Cancer Patients—a Systematic Review

Cited by 3 publications

References 17 publications

Factors associated with sexual dysfunction in patients with colorectal cancer in Iran: a cross-sectional study

Factors associated with sexual dysfunction in patients with colorectal cancer in Iran: a cross-sectional study

Promoting Sexual Health in Colorectal Cancer Patients and Survivors: Results from a Systematic Review

Inherited Hairlessness: A Case Study of Familial Congenital Atrichia

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