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Area of Science:

  • Sexology
  • Medical Devices
  • Sexual Health

Background:

  • Over half of US women have used vibrators, and many use other sexual devices.
  • Sexual devices address conditions like decreased libido, anorgasmia, and physical limitations.
  • Understanding device use is vital for obstetrician-gynecologists to counsel patients effectively.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the use, benefits, and risks of sexual devices.
  • To provide guidance on safe selection, cleaning, and disinfection of sexual devices.
  • To inform healthcare providers on counseling patients regarding sexual device utilization.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of sexual device usage and safety.
  • Categorization of common sexual devices and their applications.
  • Analysis of risks, including injury and infection, and mitigation strategies.

Main Results:

  • Sexual devices are widely used and can benefit diverse patient populations.
  • Nonporous materials are recommended for safety and ease of disinfection.
  • Risks include traumatic injury and infection, reducible with barrier use and proper cleaning.

Conclusions:

  • Sexual devices offer therapeutic benefits for various sexual health concerns.
  • Proper patient counseling on safety, cleaning, and material selection is essential.
  • Healthcare providers should be knowledgeable about sexual devices to support patient well-being.