How dialysis affects sexual function and intimacy

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This is an observational questionnaire-based project enrolling adults on chronic hemodialysis or peritoneal dialysis to collect information about sexual function, desire, arousal, orgasm, body image, and couple-related issues. Participants complete standardized questions about sexual health and related factors such as fatigue, comorbidities, and treatment effects, with no change to medical care. The study is open to men and women and aims to fill gaps in the literature where most prior work has focused on male patients. Data will be collected at a single center (Ambroise Paré in Neuilly-sur-Seine) to describe prevalence and correlates of sexual dysfunction in this population.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Patient \> 18 years,
* Treated with chronic dialysis (hemodialysis or peritoneal dialysis) for at least 6 months.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Major cognitive or psychiatric disorders that make understanding or completing the questionnaire difficult.
* General health condition not allowing participation without significant discomfort or excessive fatigue.
* Opposition by the patient.

Where it's running

• Ambroise Paré - Hartmann Private Hospital Group
  Neuilly-sur-Seine, Île-de-France Region, France Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Nicolas Benichou, MD
• Email: nicolas.benichou@clinique-a-pare.fr
• Phone: 0146415079

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.