Sexual Function in Women with Deep Endometriosis: Correlation with Quality of Life, Intensity of Pain, Depression, Anxiety, and Body Image

Irene MelisDepartment of Surgical Sciences, Division of Gynaecology and Obstetrics, University of Cagliari, Cagliari, Italy

Pietro LittaDepartment of Health of Woman and Child, University of Padova, Padova, Italy

Luigi NappiDepartment of Medical and Surgical Sciences, Institute of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, University of Foggia, Foggia, Italy

Mirian AgusDepartment of Psychology, University of Cagliari, Cagliari, Italy

Gian Benedetto MelisDepartment of Surgical Sciences, Division of Gynaecology and Obstetrics, University of Cagliari, Cagliari, Italy

Stefano AngioniDepartment of Surgical Sciences, Division of Gynaecology and Obstetrics, University of Cagliari, Cagliari, ItalyCorrespondence[email protected]

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Objectives: We evaluated sexual function, quality of life and perceived body image of women with deep endometriosis in comparison to that of healthy women. Methods: The sample consisted of 41 women with deep endometriosis and 40 healthy women without endometriosis. Sexual, psychological and pain evaluation were performed. Results: The study evidenced that deep endometriosis has a significant impact on sexuality and body image. Conclusions: An integrated and patient-centered approach to medical and psychological and sexual issues is suggested.

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