ArticleBMC urology2017
Life after prostate cancer treatment: a mixed methods study of the experiences of men with sexual dysfunction and their partners.
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- Supportive care needs of men with prostate cancer: A systematic review update.European journal of cancer care · 2022Pooled it
- The training paradox in oncosexuality: a multinational survey on clinician attitudes, barriers, and sexual health communication in geriatric prostate cancer care.World journal of urology · 2026Article
- Relationship Values and Committed Actions Among Couples Coping with Prostate Cancer: A Qualitative Study.Supportive care in cancer : official journal of the Multinational Association of Supportive Care in Cancer · 2026Article
- Sexual experiences of female partners of Chinese prostate cancer survivors: A qualitative study.Asia-Pacific journal of oncology nursing · 2025Article
- The interplay and influence of anxiety and depression among men with early-stage prostate cancer and their close allies.Supportive care in cancer : official journal of the Multinational Association of Supportive Care in Cancer · 2025Article
- The lived experiences and unmet needs of prostate and colorectal male cancer survivors in rural Virginia: A qualitative study.The Journal of rural health : official journal of the American Rural Health Association and the National Rural Health Care Association · 2025Article
- Exploring the role of psychological flexibility in relationship functioning among couples coping with prostate cancer: a cross-sectional study.Supportive care in cancer : official journal of the Multinational Association of Supportive Care in Cancer · 2025Article
- Stereotactic Magnetic Resonance-Guided Daily Adaptive Radiation Therapy for Localized Prostate Cancer: Acute and Late Patient-Reported Toxicity Outcomes.Advances in radiation oncology · 2024Article
- Racial and socioeconomic disparities in surgical care for post-prostate cancer treatment complications: A nationwide Medicare-based analysis.BJUI compass · 2024Article
- Evaluating the Impact of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia Surgical Treatments on Sexual Health.Biomedicines · 2024Review
- Perceptions of prostate cancer patients undergoing definitive radiotherapy on the impact of prostate cancer and radiation therapy on male sexuality.Ecancermedicalscience · 2024Article
- Urinary Incontinence Following Robotic-Assisted Radical Prostatectomy: A Literature Review.Cureus · 2024Review
- Sexual characteristics of patients with prostate cancer seen for radiation treatment.Ecancermedicalscience · 2023Article
- Unmet Sexual Health Needs of Patients and Female Partners Following Diagnosis and Treatment for Prostate Cancer.The journal of sexual medicine · 2022Article
- The impact of radical prostatectomy on the social well-being of prostate cancer survivors: A qualitative meta-synthesis.European journal of cancer care · 2022Review
- A modified Delphi study to identify screening items to assess neglected sexual side-effects following prostate cancer treatment.BMC urology · 2022Article
- Mapping the prevalence and use of questionnaires to detect the neglected sexual side effects after prostate cancer treatment: a scoping review.Systematic reviews · 2022Article
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- Unmet supportive care needs in prostate cancer survivors with advanced disease: A mixed-methods exploration.Canadian oncology nursing journal = Revue canadienne de nursing oncologique · 2022Article
- Effects of a Brief E-Learning Resource on Sexual Attitudes and Beliefs of Healthcare Professionals Working in Prostate Cancer Care: A Pilot Study.International journal of environmental research and public health · 2021Article
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Abstract
backgroundProstate cancer is the most common non-skin cancer in men and sexual dysfunction is the most frequently reported long-term side effect of prostate cancer surgery or radiation. The aim of this study was to examine the experiences of men with sexual dysfunction and their partners following prostate cancer treatment.
methodsMen with sexual dysfunction from either surgical removal or radiation therapy 1-5 years after treatment were interviewed, as well as their partners. A mixed method design was used to determine the lived experience of men with sexual dysfunction. Open-ended questions guided the interviews.
resultsTwenty seven men completed the study with a mean age of 61 years (SD = 8.0; range = 44-77 years). Nine partners also participated. The majority of men (92.6%) had surgery. The average time from treatment to the interview was 23.5 months (SD = 11.7). Themes were frustration with sexual dysfunction, importance of support and understanding from others, depression and anxiety related to sexual dysfunction, importance of intimacy with partner, factors that impact treatment satisfaction, and education and comprehensive information about sex.
conclusionsProstate cancer survivors and partners need accurate information about sexual side effects before during and after treatment. Men and partners required individualized help and guidance to manage sexual dysfunction. Support and understanding from partners, family, and others was also identified as an important aspect of healing and adjustment after prostate cancer treatment. Prostate cancer education/support groups played a key role in helping men and partners gain advocacy, education, and support. Psychological problems such as depression and anxiety need to be identified and addressed in men after prostate cancer treatment. Men and partners need assistance in understanding and navigating their way through intimacy to move forward with connectedness in their relationship. Satisfaction with treatment and with providers is dependent on patient education and understanding of all aspects of prostate cancer treatment including sexual side effects and incontinence.
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