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Purpose <p>The impact of cancer and its treatments on sexuality is often overlooked, particularly in head and neck cancer. This study aimed to investigate the medium-term effects of head and neck cancer on sexual health and its correlation with overall quality of life.</p> Methods <p>A cohort of 44 patients with head and neck cancer was prospectively followed from diagnosis to 1&#xa0;year post-treatment. Sexual interest and enjoyment were assessed using the EORTC QLQ30 and HN35 questionnaires, alongside quality of life evaluations, conducted six to eight times over a year.</p> Results <p>Sexual interest and enjoyment were compromised at diagnosis, further diminished during treatments, showed partial recovery post-treatment, and subsequently declined again. A significant association between sexual well-being and overall quality of life impairments was noted. Questions regarding sexuality constituted a substantial proportion of unanswered queries, indicating patient discomfort.</p> Conclusion <p>This study contributes to understanding the medium-term repercussions of head and neck cancer on the sexual health and highlights the need for enhanced support strategies. Addressing sexual health needs in head and neck cancer survivors requires a multifaceted approach, including improved patient-provider communication and integration into comprehensive cancer care plans.</p>

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Evolution of sexual health of patients with head and neck cancer before, during, and 1 year after treatment

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    2025年4月17日

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  • J. Pradier,
  • S. Togan,
  • C. Combe,
  • G. Buiret

摘要

Purpose

The impact of cancer and its treatments on sexuality is often overlooked, particularly in head and neck cancer. This study aimed to investigate the medium-term effects of head and neck cancer on sexual health and its correlation with overall quality of life.

Methods

A cohort of 44 patients with head and neck cancer was prospectively followed from diagnosis to 1 year post-treatment. Sexual interest and enjoyment were assessed using the EORTC QLQ30 and HN35 questionnaires, alongside quality of life evaluations, conducted six to eight times over a year.

Results

Sexual interest and enjoyment were compromised at diagnosis, further diminished during treatments, showed partial recovery post-treatment, and subsequently declined again. A significant association between sexual well-being and overall quality of life impairments was noted. Questions regarding sexuality constituted a substantial proportion of unanswered queries, indicating patient discomfort.

Conclusion

This study contributes to understanding the medium-term repercussions of head and neck cancer on the sexual health and highlights the need for enhanced support strategies. Addressing sexual health needs in head and neck cancer survivors requires a multifaceted approach, including improved patient-provider communication and integration into comprehensive cancer care plans.