Predictors of corporo-venocclusive dysfunction in men with bilateral nerve-sparing radical prostatectomy
Erectile dysfunction (ED) is seen in some men who have undergone bilateral nerve-sparing surgery. Corporo-venocclusive dysfunction (CVOD) is the major pathway to permanent ED after radical prostatectomy (RP).
Virtual reality exposure therapy for sexual aversion: a proof-of-concept study on acceptability, adequacy, and clinical effects
Sexual dysfunctions impair the intimate relationships of up to one-third of the population. Virtual reality (VR) offers innovative treatment options for both mental and sexual disorders, such as female orgasmic disorder and erectile disorder. Sexual aversion disorder (SAD)-the anxiety, disgust, and avoidance of sexual contexts-is a chronic condition commonly treated with anxiety-reducing strategies, such as exposure-based therapy. Despite exposure's efficacy in reducing SAD symptoms, VR exposure therapy's (VRET) effectiveness remains unexplored for this condition.
Internet-based treatment for provoked vulvodynia: factors associated with treatment outcomes
Previous research has indicated that internet-based Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) can reduce pain during intercourse and increase pain acceptance in individuals with provoked vulvodynia, but the factors associated with treatment outcomes remain unknown.
Sexual dysfunction in lymphoma survivors: a scoping review
Lymphoma and cancer-related treatment can cause many complications, including sexual dysfunction, a common symptom experienced by lymphoma survivors during the disease trajectory and survivorship.
Modified calculation of the IIEF6-a more accurate assessment of erectile function in middle-aged men
The Erectile Function Domain of the International Index of Erectile Function (IIEF6) is inaccurate in assessing erectile function in men who are not practicing sexual intercourse. Improvement through a modification was recently tested on patients after radical prostatectomy. This study examines the application of this modification in a population-based cohort of middle-aged men.
Letter to the Editor on "Grz variations in objectively measured sleep parameters in patients with different premature ejaculation syndromes"
Penile constriction devices: a randomized survey study to compare preferences between two medical-grade devices
Penile constriction devices offer a noninvasive approach to enhance the sexual experience and as the variety of penile constriction devices increases, it is crucial to assess patient preferences and device effectiveness to provide insights into their clinical utility.
Relationship between sexual dysfunction and burnout among physicians in primary hospital: a cross-sectional study
The relationship between sexual dysfunction and burnout among physicians remains unclear.
Letter to Editor on "Antibiotic dip and irrigation solutions confer increased antimicrobial efficacy of inflatable penile prosthesis hydrophilic surfaces compared with 0.05% chlorhexidine gluconate"
Pelvic floor and sexual dysfunctions after genital gender-affirming surgery: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Genital gender-affirming surgery has become a crucial step in the transitioning process of numerous transgender people.
Response to Letter to the Editor on "Antibiotic dip and irrigation solutions confer increased antimicrobial efficacy of inflatable penile prosthesis hydrophilic surfaces compared with 0.05% chlorhexidine gluconate"
Anatomic maps of erogenous and aversive sensation zones of the breasts, vulva, and vagina: a questionnaire-based study
Erogenous sensation zones (ESZs) elicit sexual pleasure upon stimulation. General ESZ maps exist, but they do not assess internal areas of the body, differentiate between individual structures, or quantify the importance of individual ESZs to sexual pleasure. Maps of aversive sensation zones (ASZs), or bodily areas individuals dislike having touched during sex, have not been described.
Response to the Letter to the Editor on "Grz variations in objectively measured sleep parameters in patients with different premature ejaculation syndromes"
Management of the Inflatable Penile Prosthesis Reservoir at time of revision surgery: remove, retain, or recycle?
Three common strategies exist for managing the inflatable penile prosthesis reservoir during revision surgery: the original reservoir can be (a) removed, (b) deactivated and left in situ, sometimes referred to as "drain and retain" (DR), or (c) validated and reconnected to new cylinders, which we have termed "reservoir recycling" (RR).
Associations between menstrual pain and sexual function: the role of visceral hypersensitivity on developing sexual pain
Dyspareunia, defined as pain before, during or after intercourse, is a subset of female sexual dysfunction with overlapping gynecologic, urologic and psychosocial etiologies.
Penile inversion vulvo-vaginoplasty with scrotal graft for trans women: surgical technique and results of initial experience
A significant proportion of trans women is demanding for a genital gender-affirming surgery, with vulvo-vaginoplasty being the most frequently requested procedure. The gold standard for primary vaginoplasty in trans women is the penile skin inversion technique with scrotal skin graft, which allows for increased depth of the vaginal cavity.
"No doctor ever asked me…so I thought it wasn't a valid concern": endometriosis patients' perspectives of barriers and facilitators to sexual health communication in general practice
Sexual health communication between general practitioners (GPs) and individuals with chronic diseases is well documented as an important component of sexual well-being. However, a notable gap exists in understanding factors that contribute to sexual health communication in the endometriosis context. Endometriosis-related research has focused on the assessment of sexual functioning and its role in influencing health-related quality of life, with a limited understanding of the management of sexual well-being in primary healthcare settings.
Timing of puberty suppression in transgender adolescents and sexual functioning after vaginoplasty
Sexual function in transgender adolescents after puberty suppression has been a topic of recent clinical and scientific questions.
Penile length after penile implant surgery is determined by stretched penile length before surgery
While various treatment modalities exist, penile prosthesis (PP) implantation offers a permanent solution for patients that do not respond to or are not suitable for other treatment options for erectile dysfunction.
Use of radiofrequency ablation of the vaginal canal for genitourinary syndrome of menopause
Genitourinary syndrome of menopause (GSM) is a prevalent condition with a constellation of symptoms including burning, dryness, dyspareunia, and irritative lower urinary tract symptoms that result from vulvovaginal atrophic changes. Though hormonal therapy is a mainstay of treatment in GSM, some patients may pursue nonhormonal therapies.
Worldwide study reveals fluid sexual preferences in females and no association between gynephilia and non-heterosexuality
Social factors and a lack of clearself-awareness may prevent women from explicitly reporting their non-heterosexuality, and implicit measures could provide more reliable data.