Comparing long-term sexual dysfunction across different uterine cancer treatment modalities

Alison K. Yoder, David S. Lakomy, Juliana Wu, Lauren M. Andring, Kelsey L. Corrigan, Bryan Fellman, Anuja Jhingran, Ann H. Klopp, Lauren E. Colbert, Pamela T. Soliman, Michael M. Frumovitz, Susan K. Peterson, Lilie L. Lin

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Abstract

INTRODUCTION: The objective of this study was to assess differences in long-term sexual and menopausal side effects after uterine cancer treatment among treatment modalities. METHODS AND MATERIALS: This is a cross-sectional study that examined women treated for uterine cancer from 2006–2018. Eligible women included those who underwent a hysterectomy/bilateral salpino-oophorectemy alone (HS), with brachytherapy (BT), or with external beam radiation therapy (EBRT). A noncancer cohort of women who underwent a hysterectomy/BSO for benign indications were also identified (non-CA). To compare outcomes, we utilized a shortened form of the female sexual function index (FSFI) and the menopause survey, which consists of 3 subscales: hot flashes, vaginal symptoms, and urinary symptoms. Demographic, comorbidity, and other treatment variables were collected. Survey totals were compared across cohorts using ANOVA tests and logistic regression. RESULTS: A total of 284 women completed the Menopause Survey (Non-CA 64, HS 60, BT 69, EBRT 91); 116 women reported sexual activity in the last 4 weeks and completed the FSFI (NC 32, HS 21, BT 31, EBRT 32). The mean FSFI score for the entire cohort was 11.4 (SD 4.16), which indicates poor sexual function. There was no significant difference between any cohort in the overall FSFI score (p = 0.708) or in any of the FSFI subscales (all p > 0.05). On univariate analysis, BT was associated with fewer menopausal hot flashes and vaginal symptoms compared to the non-CA cohort (p < 0.05), which did not persist on multivariable analysis. CONCLUSION: There was no significant difference in sexual dysfunction or menopausal symptoms in those treated for uterine cancer with or without adjuvant radiation. Most patients reported poor sexual function.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)1-9
Number of pages9
JournalBrachytherapy
Volume23
Issue number1
DOIs
StatePublished - Jan 1 2024

Keywords

  • brachytherapy
  • gynecologic cancer
  • quality of life
  • radiation
  • sexual dysfunction
  • surgery
  • Uterine cancer

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Oncology
  • Radiology Nuclear Medicine and imaging

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  • Biostatistics Resource Group

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