Sexual health in patients with malignant hematological disease: a Danish cross-sectional study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Patients who undergo treatment for hematologic malignancies may experience a decline in sexual health, alterations in sexual functioning, and reproductive capacity during survivorship.

Aim

This study investigated the prevalence of sexual dysfunction and factors influencing sexual activity and functioning in patients with hematologic malignancies, to identify potential targets for interventions in clinical practice.

Methods

This nationwide cross-sectional study included adult patients diagnosed with a hematologic malignant disease in Denmark in the period from January 20, 2013, to August 20, 2022. Eligible participants received electronic questionnaires through their officially assigned digital mailbox.

Outcomes

Outcomes included the Female Sexual Fun

SUBMITTER: Norskov KH 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11398875 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature