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Cicely Krebill1, Joseph Crozier2, Loree K Kalliainen1,2
1The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University, Providence, RI, USA.
Upper extremity surgery can negatively impact sexual satisfaction for many patients. Most patients desire surgeons to initiate conversations about sexual health recovery following procedures.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Sexual Health
- Patient Outcomes
Background:
- Sexual health is integral to quality of life.
- Research on sexuality after upper extremity injuries is limited.
- Existing studies focus on spinal cord or urogenital conditions.
Purpose of the Study:
- Assess sexual limitations post-upper extremity surgery.
- Determine frequency of surgeon-physician discussions on sexual function.
Main Methods:
- Prospective cohort study.
- Survey of patients >6 weeks post-hand, shoulder, or arm surgery.
- Assessed upper extremity function, sexual satisfaction, and communication.
Main Results:
- 39% reported negative impact on sexual satisfaction.
- 35% desired surgeon-initiated discussions on sexual activity recovery.
Conclusions:
- Upper extremity injuries can impair sexual well-being.
- Patients want physicians to discuss sexual health impacts.
- Further research needed on interventions and clinical integration.
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