Lori A Brotto, Sandrine Atallah, Joana Carvalho, Elisabeth Gordon, Patrícia M Pascoal, Mona Reda, Kyle R Stephenson, Inês M Tavares
{"title":"Psychological and interpersonal dimensions of sexual function and dysfunction: recommendations from the fifth international consultation on sexual medicine (ICSM 2024).","authors":"Lori A Brotto, Sandrine Atallah, Joana Carvalho, Elisabeth Gordon, Patrícia M Pascoal, Mona Reda, Kyle R Stephenson, Inês M Tavares","doi":"10.1093/sxmrev/qeae073","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1093/sxmrev/qeae073","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Introduction: </strong>Sexual health concerns are common and significantly impact quality of life, but many people do not seek treatment due to embarrassment and other barriers. A biopsychosocial model of assessment and treatment acknowledges the biological, psychological, and social contributors to sexual difficulties and suggests that all these domains should be evaluated.</p><p><strong>Objectives: </strong>This paper provides an overview of the major psychological factors contributing to sexual difficulties and offer an evidence-based approach for primary care clinicians to assess and treat these issues.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>A comprehensive literature review was undertaken focusing on articles published since the last consultation in 2016. The study findings were synthesized, critiqued, authors assigned a Grading of Recommendation as Weak or Strong following a year-long process of discussions among the committee. When a particular well-established psychological practice was not evaluated in the literature, we assigned an expert opinion recommendation.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Since the 2015 ICSM, there have been a number of high-quality trials of psychological treatments addressing sexual dysfunctions, as well as meta-analyses and systematic reviews. In some domains, there is strong evidence of psychological treatment, and primary care providers should be aware of such approaches and refer when appropriate.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>This paper offers a practical guide for primary care clinicians to understand the psychological factors underlying sexual dysfunction and outlining what approaches may be appropriate for this clinician, and when the patient should be referred to a specialist. We emphasize an evidence-based approach to managing sexual dysfunctions in primary care, allowing for timely interventions. A comprehensive evaluation of biopsychosocial factors is recommended to personalize psychological interventions to overall context, including chronic diseases, mental health issues, and relationship conflicts. The initial assessment is key to developing an individualized intervention plan, which may include psychoeducation, referral for cognitive-behavioral therapy, mindfulness, or couple therapy, and consideration of medical or digital health interventions.</p>","PeriodicalId":21813,"journal":{"name":"Sexual medicine reviews","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":3.6,"publicationDate":"2024-12-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142955348","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Abigail Karina Hernández-Munive, Mildred Berenice Molina-Leonor, Brenda Denisse Ayala-González, Joanna Vázquez-Andrade, Alberto Medina-Nieto, Alonso Fernández-Guasti
{"title":"Diabetes mellitus and female sexual response: what do animal models tell us?","authors":"Abigail Karina Hernández-Munive, Mildred Berenice Molina-Leonor, Brenda Denisse Ayala-González, Joanna Vázquez-Andrade, Alberto Medina-Nieto, Alonso Fernández-Guasti","doi":"10.1093/sxmrev/qeae044","DOIUrl":"10.1093/sxmrev/qeae044","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>One of the less explored effects of diabetes mellitus (DM) is female sexual dysfunction. Females of different species have been used as models.</p><p><strong>Aim: </strong>To analyze the information of animal models of DM and female sexual response (FSR).</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>The literature of FSR in models of DM was reviewed.</p><p><strong>Outcomes: </strong>Paradigm- and diabetes-dependent changes have been found in various aspects of the FSR.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Females in a type 1 DM (DM1) model show a decrease in the number of proestrus events, and ovariectomized females treated with sex hormones have been used. In these females, a reduction in lordosis has been reported; in proceptivity, the data are contradictory. These females present a decrease in sexual motivation that was restored after exogenous insulin. In the type 2 DM (DM2) model, females show regular estrous cycles, normal levels of lordosis behavior, and, depending on the paradigm, decreased proceptivity. These females display normal preference for sexually active males or their olfactory cues when having free physical contact; they lose this preference when tested in paradigms where physical interaction is precluded.</p><p><strong>Clinical translation: </strong>Preclinical data showing the high deleterious effects of a DM1 model and the less drastic effects under a DM2 model are in accordance with clinical data revealing a much higher prevalence of sexual dysfunction in women with DM1 than DM2.</p><p><strong>Strengths and limitations: </strong>The main strength is the analysis of the changes in various components of FSR in 2 models of DM. The main limitation is the difficulty in extrapolating the data on FSR from rats to women and that most studies focus on evaluating the impact of severe or chronic-moderate hyperglycemia/hyperinsulinemia on the sexual response, without considering other pathophysiologic alterations generated by DM.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Females with severe hyperglycemia have a decrease in FSR, while those with moderate hyperglycemia show much less drastic effects.</p>","PeriodicalId":21813,"journal":{"name":"Sexual medicine reviews","volume":" ","pages":"542-550"},"PeriodicalIF":3.6,"publicationDate":"2024-09-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141327888","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Malihe Shams, Claudia Coman, Fabiola Fatone, Vittoria Marenesi, Roberto Bernorio, Alessandra Feltrin, Elena Groff
{"title":"The impact of gynecologic cancer on female sexuality in Europe and MENA (Middle East and North Africa): a literature review.","authors":"Malihe Shams, Claudia Coman, Fabiola Fatone, Vittoria Marenesi, Roberto Bernorio, Alessandra Feltrin, Elena Groff","doi":"10.1093/sxmrev/qeae039","DOIUrl":"10.1093/sxmrev/qeae039","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Introduction: </strong>Gynecologic cancer has a negative impact on the sexuality of women who are or have been affected by this disease. In fact, gynecologic cancers cause negative changes in female sexuality, affecting body image and psychophysical well-being, with serious consequences for women's sex lives.</p><p><strong>Objectives: </strong>The aim of this study is to analyze the differences in sexuality among women who have or have had gynecologic cancer in Europe and in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA). We also explored possible factors that may influence women's sexuality in the 2 populations compared.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>The literature search was carried out using PubMed and Google Scholar, considering the 10-year period of 2013 to 2023. Studies were initially selected according to the criterion that the title and abstract were in English. We then reviewed all the articles selected in the first phase and analyzed the following information: author, year of publication, type of gynecologic cancer, country in which the study was conducted, design, and materials used. Finally, we defined the inclusion criteria for the present paper: women 18 years of age or older, diagnosed with gynecologic cancer, and who had undergone treatment (surgery, chemotherapy, radiotherapy). The studies reviewed were conducted between 2013 and 2023 in Europe and MENA, and all analyzed sexual function after the disease, understood as a general dimension that includes physiological and psychological aspects.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The results of this research show that patients in both geographical areas (Europe and MENA) report changes in sexuality as a result of the cancer. Studies show that cancer reduces, interrupts, and impairs women's sexual activity, resulting in experiences of discomfort, anxiety, guilt, inadequacy, pain, and poorer quality of life.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>The data analyzed in this review show that cancer causes changes and deterioration in sexuality in both populations studied. No cultural or social factors were found to cause differences between the variables studied in the 2 populations. In the future, it may be interesting to carry out further studies to improve the treatment of women with gynecologic cancer, as sexuality is a very important part of a person's life.</p>","PeriodicalId":21813,"journal":{"name":"Sexual medicine reviews","volume":" ","pages":"587-599"},"PeriodicalIF":3.6,"publicationDate":"2024-09-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141293722","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Unveiling the science behind erectile dysfunction topical therapy: investigating transdermal papaverine as a novel treatment approach.","authors":"Hojjat Rezaiezadeh, Marziyeh Ranjbar Tavakoli, Mohammad Amin Langarizadeh, Zahra Saeedi Garaghani, Somayyeh Karami-Mohajeri","doi":"10.1093/sxmrev/qeae059","DOIUrl":"10.1093/sxmrev/qeae059","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Introduction: </strong>Erectile dysfunction is among the most prevalent urologic issues affecting men globally and is characterized by a high incidence rate. This condition significantly affects the quality of life of patients and their sexual partners.</p><p><strong>Objectives: </strong>Due to the interactions, contraindications, and side effects associated with systemic drugs, recent research has increasingly focused on topical and transdermal medications for the treatment of erectile dysfunction.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>Based on previous studies, this article examines papaverine in terms of local effectiveness, methods of increasing therapeutic efficiency, possible local side effects, and evaluation of its various formulations.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Among these approaches, notable strategies include using novel formulations and nanoformulations as compared with classic ones, employing permeation enhancers, and combining treatments with other oral and topical drugs with synergistic mechanisms. These methods aim to improve transdermal papaverine's bioavailability and therapeutic efficacy while minimizing side effects and enhancing patient compliance.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Transdermal papaverine may not be as effective as its injectable form, but the treatment path is more pleasant, with less pain and fewer side effects for patients. For this reason, using solutions that remove the penile skin and fascial absorption barrier can be very effective.</p>","PeriodicalId":21813,"journal":{"name":"Sexual medicine reviews","volume":" ","pages":"720-730"},"PeriodicalIF":3.6,"publicationDate":"2024-09-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142037009","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Beyond the discomfort: understanding and managing sexual pain in women, a comprehensive case-based discussion.","authors":"Muna Ali, Jessica Fraker, Talia Sobel, Suneela Vegunta","doi":"10.1093/sxmrev/qeae040","DOIUrl":"10.1093/sxmrev/qeae040","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Introduction: </strong>Sexual pain has a profound impact on individuals, regardless of their sexual orientation or gender identity, and affects women more often than men. It adversely affects both sexual function and interpersonal relationships. Despite its prevalence, sexual pain in women often remains unaddressed and untreated. Various underlying causes contribute to sexual pain, sometimes involving multiple factors. We explore treatment options and offer clinical insights into the evaluation and management of 4 common conditions which cause sexual pain in women. In this article, we use the term \"women\" to indicate cisgender women.</p><p><strong>Objectives: </strong>Our aim is to highlight the most common clinical scenarios of sexual pain and provide comprehensive discussions on each, to improve patient care and outcomes in the management of sexual pain.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>We conducted a comprehensive review of literature and clinical cases to explore the various causes and management strategies for sexual pain in women. We systematically searched databases such as PubMed, Google Scholar, and relevant medical journals. We included peer-reviewed articles, case studies, and clinical trials published between 2000 and 2023. Additionally, we analyzed real-life cases from our clinical practice at our academic institution.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Our review identified various factors contributing to sexual pain in women, ranging from hormonal imbalances to neuroproliferative and inflammatory conditions affecting the genitourinary system. Each case should be approached individually to offer optimal management strategies accordingly.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>The management of sexual pain in women requires a comprehensive approach that addresses the multifactorial nature of the condition. Patient education and counseling play a crucial role in the management of sexual pain, empowering individuals to advocate for their own health and well-being. The collaboration between healthcare providers and patients can improve our understanding and management of this complex condition.</p>","PeriodicalId":21813,"journal":{"name":"Sexual medicine reviews","volume":" ","pages":"551-558"},"PeriodicalIF":3.6,"publicationDate":"2024-09-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141293721","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Joost J van Raaij, Ege Can Serefoglu, Thérèse A M J van Amelsvoort, Paddy K C Janssen
{"title":"Possible pathophysiologic roles of neurotransmitter systems in men with lifelong premature ejaculation: a scoping review.","authors":"Joost J van Raaij, Ege Can Serefoglu, Thérèse A M J van Amelsvoort, Paddy K C Janssen","doi":"10.1093/sxmrev/qeae048","DOIUrl":"10.1093/sxmrev/qeae048","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Introduction: </strong>Lifelong premature ejaculation (LPE) is a subtype of premature ejaculation. Genetic research on LPE has primarily focused on neurotransmitters such as serotonin, dopamine, and norepinephrine, whereas LPE treatment studies have focused on drugs such as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors. However, findings from genetic association and pharmacotherapeutic studies have been inconsistent.</p><p><strong>Objectives: </strong>To provide a quality overview of neurobiological targets that are potentially associated with LPE by investigating genetic association and pharmacotherapeutic studies.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>This scoping review was conducted per the PRISMA-ScR tool (Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-analyses Extension for Scoping Reviews). Five databases were searched in March 2023 without timeline- or language-related restrictions.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>After deduplication, 3949 records were obtained for review. Following screening and full-text review with citation tracking, 52 studies were included: 18 genetic and 34 pharmacotherapy studies. Serotonergic targets, such as the serotonin transporter and pre- and postsynaptic serotonergic receptors, were most often associated with LPE in genetic and pharmacotherapeutic studies. Mixed results were found among polymorphisms within genetic studies. This mechanism is in accordance with pharmacotherapeutic studies, as the highest efficacy was found for potent serotonergic antidepressants. Successful treatment was also observed with medication acting on phosphodiesterase-5 enzyme, such as tadalafil and vardenafil. Analyses of other genetic association studies did not yield any further evidence for associated targets.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>This review is the first comprehensive scoping review on LPE. We found that serotonergic targets are most often associated with LPE, suggesting that the serotonergic pathway is a predisposing factor in LPE. Furthermore, there is some evidence for phosphodiesterase 5 inhibitors, which should be investigated. Other previously investigated neurobiological targets appear less likely to contribute to LPE. Future studies should focus on multiple targets, ideally in a genome-wide association study design.This review has been registered with the Open Science Framework (doi:10.17605/OSF.IO/JUQSD).</p>","PeriodicalId":21813,"journal":{"name":"Sexual medicine reviews","volume":" ","pages":"638-651"},"PeriodicalIF":3.6,"publicationDate":"2024-09-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141734971","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Raymond C Rosen, Martin Miner, Arthur L Burnett, Michael J Blaha, Peter Ganz, Irwin Goldstein, Noel Kim, Tobias Kohler, Tom Lue, Kevin McVary, John Mulhall, Sharon J Parish, Hossein Sadeghi-Nejad, Richard Sadovsky, Ira Sharlip, Robert A Kloner
{"title":"Proceedings of PRINCETON IV: PDE5 inhibitors and cardiac health symposium.","authors":"Raymond C Rosen, Martin Miner, Arthur L Burnett, Michael J Blaha, Peter Ganz, Irwin Goldstein, Noel Kim, Tobias Kohler, Tom Lue, Kevin McVary, John Mulhall, Sharon J Parish, Hossein Sadeghi-Nejad, Richard Sadovsky, Ira Sharlip, Robert A Kloner","doi":"10.1093/sxmrev/qeae043","DOIUrl":"10.1093/sxmrev/qeae043","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Introduction: </strong>Prior consensus meetings have addressed the relationship between phosphodiesterase type 5 (PDE5) inhibition and cardiac health. Given significant accumulation of new data in the past decade, a fourth consensus conference on this topic was convened in Pasadena, California, on March 10 and 11, 2023.</p><p><strong>Objectives: </strong>Our meeting aimed to update existing knowledge, assess current guidelines, and make recommendations for future research and practice in this area.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>An expert panel reviewed existing research and clinical practice guidelines.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Key findings and clinical recommendations are the following: First, erectile dysfunction (ED) is a risk marker and enhancer for cardiovascular (CV) disease. For men with ED and intermediate levels of CV risk, coronary artery calcium (CAC) computed tomography should be considered in addition to previous management algorithms. Second, sexual activity is generally safe for men with ED, although stress testing should still be considered for men with reduced exercise tolerance or ischemia. Third, the safety of PDE5 inhibitor use with concomitant medications was reviewed in depth, particularly concomitant use with nitrates or alpha-blockers. With rare exceptions, PDE5 inhibitors can be safely used in men being treated for hypertension, lower urinary tract symptoms and other common male disorders. Fourth, for men unresponsive to oral therapy or with absolute contraindications for PDE5 inhibitor administration, multiple treatment options can be selected. These were reviewed in depth with clinical recommendations. Fifth, evidence from retrospective studies points strongly toward cardioprotective effects of chronic PDE5-inhibitor use in men. Decreased rates of adverse cardiac outcomes in men taking PDE-5 inhibitors has been consistently reported from multiple studies. Sixth, recommendations were made regarding over-the-counter access and potential risks of dietary supplement adulteration. Seventh, although limited data exist in women, PDE5 inhibitors are generally safe and are being tested for use in multiple new indications.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Studies support the overall cardiovascular safety of the PDE5 inhibitors. New indications and applications were reviewed in depth.</p>","PeriodicalId":21813,"journal":{"name":"Sexual medicine reviews","volume":" ","pages":"681-709"},"PeriodicalIF":3.6,"publicationDate":"2024-09-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141470806","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Correction to: A systematic review comparing different approaches for inflatable penile prosthesis revision: partial-component exchange, complete-component exchange, or reservoir \"drain and retain\".","authors":"","doi":"10.1093/sxmrev/qeae047","DOIUrl":"10.1093/sxmrev/qeae047","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":21813,"journal":{"name":"Sexual medicine reviews","volume":" ","pages":"782"},"PeriodicalIF":3.6,"publicationDate":"2024-09-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141440897","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Advances in the study of the relationship between gut microbiota and erectile dysfunction.","authors":"Quanxin Su, Qizhen Tang, Chuanyu Ma, Kenan Wang","doi":"10.1093/sxmrev/qeae049","DOIUrl":"10.1093/sxmrev/qeae049","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Introduction: </strong>In recent years, in-depth research has revealed that gut microbiota has an inseparable relationship with erectile dysfunction (ED) in men.</p><p><strong>Objectives: </strong>(1) To review the correlation between gut microbiota and ED from the perspective of its impact on men's mental health, metabolism, immunity, and endocrine regulation and (2) to provide reference to further explore the pathogenesis of ED and the improvement of clinical treatment plans.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>PubMed was used for the literature search to identify publications related to ED and gut microbiota.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Gut microbiota may induce depression and anxiety through the microbiota-gut-brain axis, leading to the occurrence of psychological ED. It may also cause vascular endothelial dysfunction and androgen metabolism disorder by interfering with lipid metabolism, immunity, and endocrine regulation, leading to the occurrence of organic ED.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Gut microbiota and its metabolites play an important role in the occurrence and development of ED. As a new influencing factor of ED, gut microbiota disorder is expected to become a target for treatment.</p>","PeriodicalId":21813,"journal":{"name":"Sexual medicine reviews","volume":" ","pages":"664-669"},"PeriodicalIF":3.6,"publicationDate":"2024-09-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141564407","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}