Sexual health-related care needs among young adult cancer patients and survivors: a systematic literature review.

ABSTRACT:

Purpose

Young adult cancer patients and survivors have age-specific care needs, but care needs related to sexual health are poorly understood. A systematic literature review was conducted to examine sexual health-related care needs among patients/survivors diagnosed with cancer during young adulthood (age: 18-39 years). The prevalence and types needs were assessed along with associated patient factors.

Methods

Four major databases were screened to identify relevant studies, which were also assessed for risk of bias; all following PRISMA guidelines.

Results

Identified studies (N = 35) often assessed sexual health-related care needs by whether participants experienced a generic need for support from providers. The prevalence of such needs ranged between 8 and 61.7% and

SUBMITTER: Lehmann V 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9300501 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature