Understanding sexual health needs in women with breast cancer
Sexuality and Breast Cancer: Developing Appropriate Education for Women Going Through Treatment
This study looks at the sexual health needs of women with breast cancer to see how their treatment affects their well-being and to find ways to improve sexual health education for them.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 130 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | Female |
| Sponsor | University of Colorado, Denver Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Aurora, Colorado) |
| Trial ID | NCT05138510 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study uses a mixed methods approach to explore the sexual health needs of women diagnosed with breast cancer, assessing their well-being from diagnosis through treatment and into survivorship. The study aims to identify how treatment impacts sexual health and to pinpoint gaps in sexual health education provided during the care continuum. By collecting both qualitative and quantitative data, the research seeks to inform better timing and delivery of sexual health education for patients.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are women diagnosed with ductal carcinoma in situ or invasive breast cancer who are currently receiving care.
Not a fit: Patients under 18 years of age or those with non-cancer diagnoses or a prior history of breast cancer may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved sexual health support and education for women undergoing treatment for breast cancer.
How similar studies have performed: While studies addressing sexual health in cancer patients exist, this specific mixed methods approach focusing on breast cancer is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Patients diagnosed with ductal carcinoma in situ or invasive breast cancer, seen in the breast center between 09/01/2019 to present, will potentially be recruited to participate. Exclusion Criteria: * Patients less than 18 years of age and those with non-cancer diagnoses or prior history of breast cancer will be excluded.
Where this trial is running
Aurora, Colorado
- University of Colorado Hospital — Aurora, Colorado, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Sarah Tevis — Colorado Research Center
- Study coordinator: Victoria Huynh
- Email: victoria.d.huynh@cuanschutz.edu
- Phone: 8327202162
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.