Predictors of women's sexual outcomes after implant-based breast reconstruction.
Timotheüs Cornelis van de GriftMarc A M MureauVera N NegenbornRieky E G DikmansMark-Bram BoumanMargriet G MullenderPublished in: Psycho-oncology (2020)
Although moderately positive sexual outcomes were reported after IBBR, some women reported issues with vaginal lubrication, breast sensation and orgasm. Sexual dysfunctions were predicted by vaginal lubrication and medical treatments, while sexual well-being and satisfaction were more predicted by psychosocial well-being and partner support. We advocate supportive care that includes partners and psychosocial functioning to optimize sexual outcomes after IBBR.