Title |
Exploring the feasibility and acceptability of couple-based psychosexual support following prostate cancer surgery: study protocol for a pilot randomised controlled trial
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Published in |
Trials, May 2014
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DOI | 10.1186/1745-6215-15-183 |
Pubmed ID | |
Authors |
Jane M Robertson, Gerard J Molloy, Prasad R Bollina, Daniel M Kelly, S Alan McNeill, Liz Forbat |
Abstract |
Men who undergo surgery for prostate cancer frequently experience significant side-effects including urinary and sexual dysfunction. These difficulties can lead to anxiety, depression and reduced quality of life. Many partners also experience psychological distress. An additional impact can be on the couple relationship, with changes to intimacy, and unmet psychosexual supportive needs in relation to sexual recovery and rehabilitation. The aim of this exploratory randomised controlled trial pilot study is to determine the feasibility and acceptability of a novel family-relational-psychosexual intervention to support intimacy and reduce distress among couples following prostate cancer surgery and to estimate the efficacy of this intervention. |
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