The Relationship and Psychosocial Impact of Arousal Incontinence After Radical Prostatectomy.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Arousal incontinence (AI) is a lesser known complication of radical prostatectomy (RP), and few data are available on its impact on self-esteem and sexual relationships.

Aim

The goal of this study was to assess the impact of AI on patient self-esteem, confidence, and sexual relationships.

Methods

This was a retrospective study. The validated Self-Esteem and Relationship (SEAR) questionnaire, as well as questions regarding AI, stress urinary incontinence (SUI), climacturia, International Prostate Symptom Score, and the International Index of Erectile Function erectile function domain, were sent to men who had undergone an RP within the past 24 months at a single institution. The data were de-identified and analyzed using descriptive statistics.

Outcomes

SUBMITTER: Salter CA 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8519164 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature