Study of sexual function in women underwent bariatric surgery
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https://doi.org/10.11606/issn.1679-9836.v100i4p329-334Keywords:
Bariatric surgery, Female sexual function, Obesity, Quality of lifeAbstract
Introduction: Bariatric Surgery (CB) is an approach for treating several comorbidities related to obesity, and can be associated with significant improvement both in the quality of life and in the sexual function of women undergoing the surgical procedure. Objective: to assess sexual function, quality of life and establish the prevalence of sexual dysfunction in women undergoing bariatric surgery. Method: Cross-sectional study conducted with women who were submitted to Bariatric Surgery and who were followed up in a Private Hospital and through active search. The Female Sexual Function Index (FSFI) and quality of life (BAROS) instruments were applied. Results: 26 women were evaluated, who considered themselves at ease when talking about sex (46%), 42% acknowledged that sexual frequency after Bariatric Surgery has increased, 30% recognized that it has decreased, 50% reported that sexual satisfaction after surgery has improved, 42% considered their sex life to be good, 26% excellent and 23% regular. Sexual dysfunction had a prevalence of 38%, the average performance in the FSFI was 25.93 ± 7.86 points (Min = 5 and Max = 35.70 points). The quality of life analyzed by BAROS was considered “excellent” by 42% and “very good” by 38%. There was a parallel between sexual function (FSFI) and quality of life (Baros) (r = 0.67, p <0.001). In addition, not having sexual dysfunction is associated with a better quality of life (p = 0.001). Conclusion: The prevalence of sexual dysfunction was 38.5%, with the majority of women having preserved sexual function. Quality of life was rated as excellent and very good, while sex life was rated good to excellent by most women. Quality of life showed an association with sexual function.
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