Investigating sexual function in women with BRCA mutations

Quality of Sexual Function in BRCA Mutated Women

Azienda Socio Sanitaria Territoriale degli Spedali Civili di Brescia · NCT05456919

This study is trying to see how having a BRCA mutation affects sexual health in women, including how surgeries and cancer diagnoses play a role.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Enrollment300 (estimated)
Ages18 Years to 99 Years
SexFemale
SponsorAzienda Socio Sanitaria Territoriale degli Spedali Civili di Brescia (other)
Locations1 site (Brescia, BS)
Trial IDNCT05456919 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This observational study aims to assess the quality of sexual function in women who carry BRCA mutations. It utilizes the SFQ28 questionnaire to evaluate the impact of BRCA diagnosis, risk-reducing surgery, and oncological diagnosis on sexual health. By comparing these factors, the study seeks to provide insights into the sexual dysfunction experienced by this population. The findings could help in understanding the psychological and physiological aspects of sexual health in BRCA mutated women.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are women who have been diagnosed with BRCA mutations.

Not a fit: Patients without BRCA mutations or those who do not experience sexual dysfunction may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance the understanding of sexual health issues in BRCA mutated women and inform better clinical practices.

How similar studies have performed: While there may be studies on sexual dysfunction in cancer patients, this specific focus on BRCA mutated women is relatively novel.

Eligibility criteria

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* TBC

Exclusion Criteria:

* TBC

Where this trial is running

Brescia, BS

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.

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Conditions: BRCA Mutation, Sexual Dysfunction, Sexual Dysfunctions, Psychological, Sexual Dysfunction, Physiological, brca, sexual

Last reviewed 2026-05-15 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.