ReviewGynecologic oncology2016
Maintaining sexual health throughout gynecologic cancer survivorship: A comprehensive review and clinical guide.
Review in Gynecologic oncology, 2016. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. It is linked to trial NCT04184154 (Vaginal Dilatators and Moisturizers Use and Sexual Quality of Life of Patients With Gynecologic Cancer Treated With Brachytherapy.), which is not on this map. Cited by 61 papers, 3 of them syntheses that pooled it.
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Vaginal Dilatators and Moisturizers Use and Sexual Quality of Life of Patients With Gynecologic Cancer Treated With Brachytherapy.
Who cites it
61 citing papers in PubMed, 3 syntheses or guidelines pooled it, 176 citations in OpenAlex.
- Pooled it
- Effectiveness of Pelvic Floor Muscle and Education-Based Therapies on Bladder, Bowel, Vaginal, Sexual, Psychological Function, Quality of Life, and Pelvic Floor Muscle Function in Females Treated for Gynecological Cancer: A Systematic Review.Current oncology reports · 2024Pooled it
- Online-based interventions for sexual health among individuals with cancer: a systematic review.BMC health services research · 2018Pooled it
- The impact of a co-created yoga program for women diagnosed with gynecologic cancer on patient-reported outcomes: a series N-of-1 trial.Supportive care in cancer : official journal of the Multinational Association of Supportive Care in Cancer · 2026Trial
- Sexual health counseling improves the sexual satisfaction of breast cancer survivors: a randomized controlled trial.Supportive care in cancer : official journal of the Multinational Association of Supportive Care in Cancer · 2024Trial
- Efficacy of a nurse-led sexual rehabilitation intervention for women with gynaecological cancers receiving radiotherapy: results of a randomised trial.British journal of cancer · 2024Trial
- Endometrial cancer survivors' perceptions of their cardiovascular disease risk (results from WF-1804CD AH-HA).Gynecologic oncology · 2023Trial
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- A comprehensive model for gynecologic cancer patients' survivorship care.Gynecologic oncology reports · 2026Review
- PANTHERA "Pelvic Floor Disorders in Patients Under ANtineoplastic THERApy" Prospective Evaluation of Subjectively Perceived Pelvic Floor Function in Patients with Gynecologic and Breast Cancers Undergoing Systemic Antineoplastic Therapy Using a Validated Pelvic Floor Questionnaire.International urogynecology journal · 2026Observational
- The impact on sexual wellbeing after cytoreductive surgery and hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy (HIPEC) for ovarian cancer treatment.Gynecologic oncology reports · 2026Article
- Oncosexology: A Narrative Review on Sexual Health and Quality of Life in Cancer Patients.Cancer medicine · 2026Review
- Health-Related Quality of Life in Menopausal Women with Cancer: Results from the CALCAN Study.Cancers · 2026Article
- Pelvic floor muscle therapy for sexual dysfunction in gynaecological cancer survivors.The Cochrane database of systematic reviews · 2025Article
- Top Ten Tips Palliative Care Clinicians Should Know About Addressing Patient Sexuality and Intimacy in Serious Illness.Journal of palliative medicine · 2025Article
- Clinical practice guidelines: sexual dysfunction in gynecological cancer patients.Sexual medicine · 2025Review
- Health-related quality of life in adult-type ovarian granulosa cell tumor survivors.Acta obstetricia et gynecologica Scandinavica · 2025Article
- Physician perspectives on discussions around the sexual health and function of gynecologic cancer patients.Gynecologic oncology reports · 2025Article
- Implementation of a sexual health clinic in an oncology setting: patient and provider perspectives.BMC health services research · 2025Article
- Patient-Reported Outcomes During Pelvic Radiation Therapy: A Secondary Analysis on Sexual Function From NRG-RTOG 1203.JCO oncology advances · 2025Article
1 more citing papers are in PubMed but not listed here.
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Abstract
objectiveThe diagnosis and treatment of gynecologic cancer can cause short- and long-term negative effects on sexual health and quality of life (QoL). The aim of this article is to present a comprehensive overview of the sexual health concerns of gynecologic cancer survivors and discuss evidence-based treatment options for commonly encountered sexual health issues.
methodsA comprehensive literature search of English language studies on sexual health in gynecologic cancer survivors and the treatment of sexual dysfunction was conducted in MEDLINE databases. Relevant data are presented in this review. Additionally, personal and institutional practices are incorporated where relevant.
resultsSexual dysfunction is prevalent among gynecologic cancer survivors as a result of surgery, radiation, and chemotherapy-negatively impacting QoL. Many patients expect their healthcare providers to address sexual health concerns, but most have never discussed sex-related issues with their physician. Lubricants, moisturizers, and dilators are effective, simple, non-hormonal interventions that can alleviate the morbidity of vaginal atrophy, stenosis, and pain. Pelvic floor physical therapy can be an additional tool to address dyspareunia. Cognitive behavioral therapy has been shown to be beneficial to patients reporting problems with sexual interest, arousal, and orgasm.
conclusionOncology providers can make a significant impact on the QoL of gynecologic cancer survivors by addressing sexual health concerns. Simple strategies can be implemented into clinical practice to discuss and treat many sexual issues. Referral to specialized sexual health providers may be needed to address more complex problems.
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