Alberto Ferrarese, Ivonne Hurtado Díaz de León, Elliot B Tapper, Patrizia Burra
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Abstract
Sex is a central aspect of human life and is significantly impacted by chronic illness. Cirrhosis, due to its unique pathophysiology and the side effects of common therapies, serves as a paradigmatic example, being associated with very high rates of sexual dysfunction in both men and women. Liver transplantation can modify certain hormonal and pathophysiological aspects related to sexual dysfunction, but complete recovery occurs in only a relatively small percentage of patients. This review examines the pathophysiology, epidemiology, and management of sexual and reproductive dysfunction in patients with cirrhosis and those undergoing liver transplantation. It provides a framework for understanding the sources of dysfunction, tools for identifying it in clinical settings, and interventions to improve sexual health and functioning in these patients.
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Hepatology Communications is a peer-reviewed, online-only, open access journal for fast dissemination of high quality basic, translational, and clinical research in hepatology. Hepatology Communications maintains high standard and rigorous peer review. Because of its open access nature, authors retain the copyright to their works, all articles are immediately available and free to read and share, and it is fully compliant with funder and institutional mandates. The journal is committed to fast publication and author satisfaction.
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