Body Image, Sexuality, and Sexual Functioning in Women With Gynecologic Cancer: An Integrative Review of the Literature and Implications for Research.
Body Image, Sexuality, and Sexual Functioning in Women With Gynecologic Cancer: An Integrative Review of the Literature and Implications for Research.
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DOI:
10.1097/ncc.0000000000000818
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发表时间:
2021-09-01
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2.6
通讯作者:
Temkin SM
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作者:
Wilson CM;McGuire DB;Rodgers BL;Elswick RK Jr;Temkin SM
Cervical and uterine cancers are common in women. Diagnosis and treatment of these cancers can lead to significant issues with body image, sexuality, and sexual functioning. A comprehensive review can improve understanding of these three concepts, in turn enhancing identification and management. To 1) present the qualitative, descriptive, and correlational research literature surrounding body image, sexuality, and sexual functioning in women with uterine and cervical cancer; 2) identify gaps in the literature; and 3) explore the implications of the findings for future research. A comprehensive search of the literature was undertaken by searching PubMed, CINAHL, and PsychInfo using predetermined subject headings, keywords, and exploded topics. After a comprehensive evaluation using specific criteria, 121 articles were reviewed. Qualitative studies provided information about women’s issues with body image, sexuality, and sexual functioning, while quantitative studies focused primarily on sexual functioning. The literature lacks correlational studies examining body image and sexuality. Significant issues regarding communication and quality of life were noted, and few studies were based on clear conceptual models. The state of the science gleaned from this review reveals that while much is known about sexual functioning, little is known about body image and sexuality. Further work is warranted to develop conceptual models and research on body image, sexuality, and sexual functioning as a foundation for interventions to improve quality of life.