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{"title":"Sexual well-being among partnered adults and couples over 60: a scoping review.","authors":"Noémie Bigras, Nevena Popova, Lydia Pedneault, Audrey Brassard, Sophie Bergeron","doi":"10.1093/sxmrev/qeae037","DOIUrl":"10.1093/sxmrev/qeae037","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Introduction: </strong>Although society still holds age-related stereotypes dismissing the sexuality of aging individuals, older adults remain sexually active and find sexuality to be an important part of their quality of life. Primarily oriented toward a biomedical and dysfunctional lens, prior research neglected the subjective well-being of elderly individuals, especially partnered adults and couples aged 60 years or more. Shedding a more positive light on this area of life could promote older individuals' and couples' sexual well-being.</p><p><strong>Objectives: </strong>This scoping review aimed to synthetize the studies including community samples of partnered adults or couples over 60 who reported on various indicators of subjective sexual well-being including sexual satisfaction, distress, and function using validated measures.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>Adhering to the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses Extension for Scoping Reviews (PRISMAScR), the electronic literature search was conducted using PubMed, PsycINFO, Medline, and CINAHL for peer-reviewed journal articles published before July 2023.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Results showed how relational variables such as relationship satisfaction and intimacy emerge as important correlates of older adults' sexual well-being.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Avenues for future research arising from gaps in the studies identified thorough this scoping review, including the underrepresentation of sexual/gender diverse individuals and the use of single and/or non-validated items to assess sexual well-being, are discussed.</p>","PeriodicalId":21813,"journal":{"name":"Sexual medicine reviews","volume":" ","pages":"611-622"},"PeriodicalIF":3.6,"publicationDate":"2024-09-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141186906","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":"Association between bladder cancer treatment and female sexual function.","authors":"Yakui Li, Ming Zheng, Lei Na, Mingli Wang","doi":"10.1093/sxmrev/qeae051","DOIUrl":"10.1093/sxmrev/qeae051","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Introduction: </strong>Bladder cancer ranks 17th in prevalence of cancer types among women, and the trend is rising. The increased risk of female sexual dysfunction (FSD) after radical cystectomy (RC) underscores the need for greater focus on preserving and mitigating FSD.</p><p><strong>Objectives: </strong>To place greater emphasis on the importance of female sexual function (FSF) in the treatment of bladder cancer and stimulate additional research to discover more effective solutions for enhancing the overall quality of life.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>This review used a narrative approach. Previous reviews on FSF after RC have provided limited and 1-sided solutions due to the lack of research. What makes this review unique is its innovative approach: it includes all available measures curing FSD as well as comparative analyses based on experimental data, thus making the findings more comprehensive. A detailed perspective of treatments for female bladder cancer is provided, including nerve- and organ-sparing RC, robot-assisted RC, and radiotherapy. We also analyze the impact of treatments for female bladder cancer on postoperative FSD. Additionally, solutions for addressing or alleviating postoperative FSD are summarized, such as urinary diversion, vaginal reconstruction, and drug and nondrug treatment.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Research has suggested that robot-assisted nerve- and organ-sparing RC is promising. Moreover, orthotopic neobladder among urinary diversions without a stoma helps to maintain a positive female body image. If part of the anterior vaginal wall must be removed during RC, vaginal reconstruction can restore the dimensions with synthetic grafts and biologic scaffolds. Additionally, postoperative measures, such as vaginal laser and hormone therapy, and use of vaginal dilators and lubricants have a significant role in reducing distress caused by FSD to provide maximum relief.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>To support FSF after RC, various interventions are needed, and urologists must focus on patient recovery while minimizing treatment impact on FSF as much as possible.</p>","PeriodicalId":21813,"journal":{"name":"Sexual medicine reviews","volume":" ","pages":"600-610"},"PeriodicalIF":3.6,"publicationDate":"2024-09-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141767466","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":"Scoping review exploring advancements in topical agent therapies for erectile dysfunction.","authors":"Yun-Jung Yang, Eun-Jung Yang, Se Young Choi","doi":"10.1093/sxmrev/qeae056","DOIUrl":"10.1093/sxmrev/qeae056","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Introduction: </strong>Erectile dysfunction (ED) is a common issue that affects older men and is often associated with various health conditions. Phosphodiesterase 5 inhibitors are commonly used to treat ED; however, their effectiveness may be limited, or the medication may be contraindicated. Therefore, topical gels are being developed as an alternative option for the pharmacologic treatment of ED.</p><p><strong>Objectives: </strong>This review aimed to provide an overview of the efficacy and safety of topical agents for the treatment of ED.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>The PubMed, Cochrane, Embase, and Web of Science databases were searched. Articles were included that investigated ED and topical agents operating through the skin of the penis, evaluated the effectiveness of the treatment, and involved patients randomized into groups.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Topical alprostadil, glyceryl trinitrate (MED2005), and an over-the-counter formulation (MED3000) were used as alternative treatments for ED in 7 articles, which included 3475 patients. Topical alprostadil induced an erection in 67% to 75% of patients. Adequate erections for vaginal penetration were reported in 38.7% of the alprostadil-treated patients vs 6.9% of the placebo-treated patients. Topical alprostadil significantly and dose dependently improved the total score change on the International Index of Erectile Function as compared with the placebo. MED2005 exhibited a rapid onset of action, with nearly 70% effectiveness within 10 minutes. MED3000 met the minimal clinically important difference threshold of a 4-point increase on the erectile function domain of the International Index of Erectile Function, with an improvement of 5.73 points in 24 weeks. Topical therapy for ED also had acceptable safety profiles.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Topical agents via various mechanisms are effective and well-tolerated treatments for ED. A fast-acting drug that significantly reduces side effects as compared with other options has been discovered. However, its efficacy relative to current first-line therapies remains unclear. Topical agents present a viable therapeutic alternative for individuals who are unable or unwilling to take oral phosphodiesterase 5 inhibitors.</p>","PeriodicalId":21813,"journal":{"name":"Sexual medicine reviews","volume":" ","pages":"731-738"},"PeriodicalIF":3.6,"publicationDate":"2024-09-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141917446","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":"Androgens and erectile dysfunction: from androgen deficiency to treatment.","authors":"Yuan Wang, Rui Jiang","doi":"10.1093/sxmrev/qeae030","DOIUrl":"10.1093/sxmrev/qeae030","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Introduction: </strong>Androgens play important roles in regulating the growth and development of the male reproductive system and maintaining libido and erectile function. The specific mechanisms by which androgen deficiency leads to erectile dysfunction (ED) are not yet fully understood.</p><p><strong>Objectives: </strong>To understand the mechanisms and treatment of androgen deficiency-related ED.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>A literature search in the past 10 years was conducted in PubMed and Google Scholar to determine the effects of androgen deficiency on erectile function and the treatment of androgen deficiency.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Androgen deficiency can be caused by hypothalamic-pituitary lesions and injuries, testicular-related diseases and injuries, endocrine and metabolic disorders, the side effects of medication, and age. Androgen deficiency can lead to ED by inhibiting the NOS/NO/cGMP pathway (nitric oxide synthase/nitric oxide/cyclic guanosine monophosphate) and altering the expression of ion channel proteins, as well as by inducing oxidative stress, death, and fibrosis in penile corpus cavernosum cells. Testosterone replacement therapy is effective at improving the serum testosterone levels and erectile function in patients with androgen deficiency. For patients who need to maintain a low androgenic state, erectile function can be improved by lifestyle changes, treatment with phosphodiesterase type 5 inhibitors, low-intensity extracorporeal shock wave therapy, and stem cell therapy.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>Androgen deficiency can affect the structure and function of the penile corpus cavernosum, leading to ED. Areas of further study include how androgen replacement therapy can improve erectile function and how to improve the maintenance of erectile function in patients with hypoandrogenic status.</p>","PeriodicalId":21813,"journal":{"name":"Sexual medicine reviews","volume":" ","pages":"458-468"},"PeriodicalIF":3.6,"publicationDate":"2024-06-26","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140892173","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":"Addressing the unspoken: sexual dysfunction in men with systemic lupus erythematosus, a call to action for rheumatologists.","authors":"Abril Carrillo, Daniela Marengo-Rodríguez, Monserrat Ibarra-Velasco-Siles, María José Chávez-Barajas, Ana Barrera-Vargas, Luis Fernando Pérez-García, Javier Merayo-Chalico","doi":"10.1093/sxmrev/qeae033","DOIUrl":"10.1093/sxmrev/qeae033","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Introduction: </strong>Sexual dysfunction (SD) is highly prevalent and multifactorial; nevertheless, recent research has shed light on a notable phenomenon: male patients with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) exhibit an elevated prevalence of sexual function disorders compared with the general population. Despite this recognition, the precise nature and extent of this association remain incompletely understood.</p><p><strong>Objectives: </strong>This comprehensive review aims to clarify the link by providing an overview of the fundamental components of normal male sexual function, delving into the pathogenesis of male SD and exploring the primary factors predisposing male SLE patients to SD. Additionally, the review offers insights into potential screening, diagnostic, and treatment strategies based on the current body of literature.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>A meticulous search of relevant literature was conducted using the PubMed and Google Scholar databases.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Studies exploring the correlation between SLE and SD in both genders have revealed a nearly 2-fold increased risk of SD among individuals with SLE compared with healthy counterparts. Moreover, these studies suggest that male SLE patients may have a higher susceptibility to SD, with reported prevalence ranging from 12% to 68%, compared with 0% to 22% in healthy individuals. Male patients with SLE are influenced by a spectrum of pathological factors, including pharmacological, psychological, and disease-related determinants, which, through their intricate interplay, elevate the likelihood of developing SD.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Healthcare professionals must remain vigilant in understanding the intricacies of human sexuality and its dysfunction, particularly in males with SLE. The objective is to establish effective and potentially standardized methods for promptly diagnosing and optimally managing SD, recognizing its significant impact on the quality of life for males living with SLE. The pivotal role of rheumatologists in initiating discussions about sexual health, diagnosing SD, investigating causes, and implementing tailored strategies is underscored as crucial in addressing this multifaceted issue.</p>","PeriodicalId":21813,"journal":{"name":"Sexual medicine reviews","volume":" ","pages":"434-441"},"PeriodicalIF":3.6,"publicationDate":"2024-06-26","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141155356","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":"Sexual dysfunction in women with primary Sjögren's syndrome: a systematic review and meta-analysis.","authors":"Chia-Wen Hsu, Jian Tao Lee, Malcolm Koo","doi":"10.1093/sxmrev/qeae009","DOIUrl":"10.1093/sxmrev/qeae009","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Introduction: </strong>Primary Sjögren's syndrome (pSS) is an inflammatory autoimmune condition affecting the exocrine glands, which can adversely affect the sexual activities of women with pSS.</p><p><strong>Objectives: </strong>The study sought to evaluate the performance of the Female Sexual Function Index (FSFI) score in women with pSS regarding desire, arousal, orgasm, lubrication, satisfaction, and pain compared with those of healthy individuals.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>A systematic review was conducted by examining studies published up to May 2023 using Embase, Web of Science, Scopus, and PubMed with the search terms \"sexual\" and \"Sjögren's syndrome.\"</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Out of the 228 articles retrieved, 9 met the criteria for inclusion in this systematic review. Six of these studies were cross-sectional, involving 229 women with pSS and 303 control subjects. Results from the meta-analysis showed that women with pSS had significantly lower scores in all 6 FSFI subdomains and the total FSFI score compared with healthy individuals. Lubrication showed the largest decrease, followed by pain. In addition, women with pSS exhibited significantly higher standardized mean differences in depression and in anxiety, as assessed by the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale, when compared with control subjects.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>This updated meta-analysis underscores the importance of assessing genitourinary atrophy, disease-related psychological changes, and dyspareunia in women with pSS. It also emphasizes the need for customized therapeutic approaches to address these sexual dysfunctions effectively.</p>","PeriodicalId":21813,"journal":{"name":"Sexual medicine reviews","volume":" ","pages":"299-306"},"PeriodicalIF":3.6,"publicationDate":"2024-06-26","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140120657","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":"Top 50 most cited articles about female sexual dysfunction: a bibliometric analysis.","authors":"Susan Gong, Samuel Yim, Abdo Kabarriti","doi":"10.1093/sxmrev/qeae013","DOIUrl":"10.1093/sxmrev/qeae013","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Introduction: </strong>Female sexual dysfunction (FSD) consists of low libido, sexual arousal problems, anorgasmia, and dyspareunia. Sexual function is an important aspect of life for many women and is closely correlated with overall well-being. FSD is often underrepresented in the academic space when compared with male sexual disorders, such as erectile dysfunction. As FSD spans many fields (eg, urology, gynecology, psychology), bibliometric analyses are an important resource to highlight landmark articles.</p><p><strong>Objectives: </strong>To identify key articles about FSD by citation number and bibliometric analysis to facilitate future scholarly efforts into more FSD research.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>We searched for articles in the Web of Science Core Collection between 1900 and 2023 using terms specific to FSD. We identified relevant FSD articles and selected the top 50 most cited. A bibliometric analysis was performed to collect and analyze data about title, authorship, publication year, citation number, journal and impact factor, country and institution, study type, citation index, specialty, and conflict of interest.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>An overall 6858 results were identified. The top 50 most cited articles were published between 1997 and 2014 in 12 countries, across 32 institutions, and in 20 journals. The United States produced the most articles. The Journal of Sexual Medicine published the most articles. The mean number of citations per article was 351.64. Observational studies were most common. More than half were sponsored. Of all the specialties, most articles were categorized as urology and nephrology. Research about FSD has been much less impactful than research about male sexual dysfunction, possibly owing to stigma and decreased clinical training.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>As FSD covers many fields, bibliometric analyses are invaluable to understand the vast body of knowledge. We hope that this research emphasizes the lack of attention that FSD has had and that it provides health care professionals with a valuable tool to understand the trajectory of FSD to guide future education efforts.</p>","PeriodicalId":21813,"journal":{"name":"Sexual medicine reviews","volume":" ","pages":"270-278"},"PeriodicalIF":3.6,"publicationDate":"2024-06-26","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140140846","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":"Current treatment options for erectile dysfunction in kidney transplant recipients.","authors":"Lucio Dell'Atti","doi":"10.1093/sxmrev/qeae028","DOIUrl":"10.1093/sxmrev/qeae028","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Introduction: </strong>Erectile dysfunction (ED) and kidney dysfunction share common risk factors linked to conditions involving endothelial impairment, such as coronary artery disease, dyslipidemia, diabetes mellitus, hypertension, smoking, and obesity. Men with chronic kidney disease experience a high incidence and prevalence of ED. While a functional renal graft can alleviate the issue for some patients, a significant portion of recipients still experience ED (20%-50%).</p><p><strong>Objectives: </strong>This narrative review describes the variety of current treatments modalities on ED in kidney transplant recipients (KTRs) and their clinical outcomes.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>MEDLINE, Web of Science, PubMed, and Google Scholar were used to find eligible articles pertaining to the treatment options of ED in KTRs. A total of 64 articles were evaluated.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>In KTRs, ED stems from a multifaceted etiology: anxiety, drug side effects, interference with penile vascularity, or the response of cavernosal muscle to neurotransmitters, along with changes in the endocrine milieu. A diverse range of treatments to restore erectile function has proven to be safe and effective for KTRs. Options include drug therapy, surgical interventions, intracavernosal injection therapies, vacuum erection devices, and extracorporeal shockwave therapy.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>The initial treatment approach may involve the use of a phosphodiesterase type 5 inhibitors at a low dosage, especially if testosterone-circulating levels align with the diagnosis of hypogonadism. The consideration of a combination therapy involving testosterone and phosphodiesterase type 5 inhibitors should be contemplated due to the associated beneficial effects. Extracorporeal shockwave therapy has shown positive short-term clinical and physiological effects on erectile function in patients who did not respond to first-line treatments, resulting in spontaneous erections sufficient for sexual penetration in 50% of cases. Penile implants should be considered as third-line options based on specific patient needs and compliance with clinical conditions.</p>","PeriodicalId":21813,"journal":{"name":"Sexual medicine reviews","volume":" ","pages":"442-448"},"PeriodicalIF":3.6,"publicationDate":"2024-06-26","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140899715","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":"A review of published studies on virtual reality in sexuality research.","authors":"João Miguel Marques, Caio Petrus Monteiro Figueiredo, Marco D T Scanavino","doi":"10.1093/sxmrev/qeae024","DOIUrl":"10.1093/sxmrev/qeae024","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Introduction: </strong>Virtual reality (VR) technology contributes to greater approach of methodological safety to make ecological validity more feasible and a growing interest in sexuality behaviors.</p><p><strong>Objectives: </strong>The aim of this study was to show VR in the sexuality area by a comprehensive review of outcomes, offer a synthesis of the studies, and make a methodological quality assessment of finding results. A secondary goal was to investigate the effect of immersion on diverse sexual responses outcomes.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>We designed a review based on a systematic review strategy describing types of studies, participants, data collection and outcomes; searched in 4 electronic databases (PubMed, EMBASE, PsycINFO, and SciELO), and made a full-text screening process.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The study found 18 articles that met research criteria synthesized within 3 outcome groups: erection measures, level of immersion, and biomarker studies. Synthesis shows a lack of methodological aspects that impair results, such as description of methods from bias protection, randomization, or concealment. The literature still needs to improve its methodology, even though it already shows relevant data for intervention in sexual dysfunction, forensic psychiatry, sexual attraction, orientation, and use of pornography.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Current methodological issues need better design to highlight relevant issues in sexuality with stronger quality of design, opening boundaries to new diagnostic or interventional technologies to sexual health.</p>","PeriodicalId":21813,"journal":{"name":"Sexual medicine reviews","volume":" ","pages":"371-386"},"PeriodicalIF":3.6,"publicationDate":"2024-06-26","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140852747","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 silenced narratives: a scoping review on sexual function challenges in migrant and refugee women.","authors":"Negin Mirzaei Damabi, Mumtaz Begum, Jodie C Avery, Zahra Ali Padhani, Zohra S Lassi","doi":"10.1093/sxmrev/qeae005","DOIUrl":"10.1093/sxmrev/qeae005","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Introduction: </strong>Of the approximately 281 million international migrants and 35.3 million refugees around the world, almost half are women. These individuals experience significant stress due to language barriers, financial difficulties, poor living and working conditions, and discrimination. Consequently, concerns related to sexuality may receive lower priority despite their significant impact on overall well-being.</p><p><strong>Objectives: </strong>This scoping review aims to review the sexual function of migrant and refugee women and identify any knowledge gaps in the field.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>We conducted a scoping review following the PRISMA-ScR guidelines (Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-analyses extension for Scoping Reviews). We searched online databases-Medline, Embase, Emcare, PsycINFO, CINAHL, Scopus, Web of Science, and Cochrane-and gray literature, with no restrictions on year of publication, language, or study design. Utilizing Covidence software, 2 authors screened and extracted data from studies based on predetermined eligibility criteria. A thematic analysis was executed, and findings were reported descriptively.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Initially, we identified 5615 studies; after screening titles, abstracts, and full texts, we ultimately included 12 studies. The review identified a limited body of research with various unvalidated tools. Moreover, these studies yielded heterogeneous results: migrant women reported less sexual knowledge, experience, and liberal attitudes, resulting in lower rates of desire and arousal as compared with nonmigrants. Some studies showed lower sexual function in migrants, while others found no significant differences between migrants and nonmigrants. The assimilation into Western cultures may influence migrants' sexual attitudes and behaviors. Factors such as education and gender role ideology can also significantly affect sexual function among migrant populations.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>This review underscores the limitations in previous sexual function research, emphasizing the need for a more inclusive approach. It also offers valuable insights for codesigning programs to address sexual dysfunction among migrant and refugee women, improving their well-being. Future research should prioritize neglected populations and create culturally sensitive interventions to reduce sexual health disparities in migrants.</p>","PeriodicalId":21813,"journal":{"name":"Sexual medicine reviews","volume":" ","pages":"288-298"},"PeriodicalIF":3.6,"publicationDate":"2024-06-26","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140094581","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}