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Patients' experience of sexuality 1-year after allogeneic Haematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation. | LitMetric

Patients' experience of sexuality 1-year after allogeneic Haematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation.

Eur J Oncol Nurs

University Hospitals Center for Health Research, Copenhagen University Hospital, Copenhagen, Denmark.

Published: August 2015

AI Article Synopsis

  • This study investigates how patients' experiences of sexuality change after undergoing haematopoietic stem cell transplantation (HSCT) one year later, considering physical, psychological, and social factors.
  • Semi-structured interviews with 9 patients revealed that bodily changes and chronic graft vs. host disease symptoms led to sexual dysfunction, as individuals prioritized survival over sexual needs.
  • The research highlights the importance of addressing sexual health and communication in clinical settings to support patients' overall well-being and relationships post-transplant.

Article Abstract

Purpose: This study explores how patients' experience of sexuality is influenced by physical, psychological and social changes one year after undergoing haematopoietic stem cell transplantation (HSCT).

Methods: A qualitative study using semi-structured in-depth interviews. The respondents (n = 9) were recruited from the Department of Haematology, Copenhagen University Hospital, one year after HSCT. The interviews were analysed from a phenomenological-hermeneutic perspective.

Results: Bodily changes and symptoms related to chronic graft vs. host disease led to physical limitations or altered body image, which directly or indirectly resulted in sexual dysfunction or problems with intimacy. Symptoms related to chronic GVHD, could explain experiences of sexual dysfunction. Sexual needs were deprioritized as survival became paramount. The experience of changed social roles, both in family life and social network, affected self-image and identity. Finally, communication about sexuality and sexual needs was of significant importance to the current state of their relationship.

Conclusion: Physical body alterations, challenges in mastering their new life situation and identity changes affected sexuality and sexual function one year after HSCT. As symptoms resided, sexuality and sex life became more and more prominent in their thoughts and lives. Increased focus is needed on sexuality and sexual dysfunction in the HSCT clinical setting.

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