Fecal Incontinence, Pelvic Organ Prolapse, Sexual Function Disturbances, Urinary Incontinence
Conditions
Brief summary
The investigators aim to perform cognitive interviews to assess how pelvic floor disorders impact sexual functioning in women who have sex with women (WSW). As a secondary objective there will be cognitive interviews to assess perceptions of sexual function questionnaires such as Female Sexual Function Index (FSFI) and Pelvic Organ Prolapse/Urinary Incontinence Sexual Questionnaire-IUGA Revised (PISQ-IR) in WSW.
Detailed description
There is a paucity of data regarding care of women who have sex with women (WSW). While some cohort studies are being performed in general gynecology, no studies document the reasons as to why WSW seek urogynecological care, or how pelvic floor disorders (PFDs) affect sexual function in this population. Another detrimental gap in current knowledge and a barrier to care for WSW is the lack of understanding of what would drive WSW to seek care, if there are special considerations for care, or if the commonly used condition specific questionnaires adequately reflect their concerns. The Investigators aim to perform qualitative interviews to understand how PFDs affect sexual function, and if commonly utilized sexual function questionnaires are inclusive to WSW.
Interventions
This is a qualitative study, we will be asking for patient experiences with PFDs and the impact on their sexual function.
Sponsors
Albany Medical College
University of Texas at Austin
University of New Mexico
Study design
Observational model
COHORT
Time perspective
PROSPECTIVE
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
FEMALE
Age
18 Years to No maximum
Healthy volunteers
No
Inclusion criteria
* WSW who have a PFD (pelvic organ prolapse, urinary incontinence, fecal incontinence) * Age \>18 * Able to provide consent * Able to read/write in English
Exclusion criteria
* WSW who have not been sexually active in the past 6 months * Incarcerated patients * Pregnant or lactating patients * Unable to consent with study procedures or guided discussions * Unable to speak English * No sexual activity in the past 6 months
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Qualitative impact of pelvic floor disorders on sexual function | 6 months | We will assess the impact of pelvic floor disorders with qualitative analysis and informational interviews |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Qualitative inclusivity of sexual function questionnaires | 6 months | We will examine this with guided focus groups |
Countries
United States
Outcome results
None listed