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International Urogynecology Journal
Published in: International Urogynecology Journal 1/2009

01-05-2009 | IUGA Female Sexual Dysfunction Roundtable 2008

Shortcomings/strengths of specific sexual function questionnaires currently used in urogynecology: a literature review

Authors: Tola B. Omotosho, Rebecca G. Rogers

Published in: International Urogynecology Journal | Special Issue 1/2009

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Abstract

Pelvic floor disorders are common and although not life-threatening, have a significant impact on a patient’s quality of life. Sexual health is an essential component of a women’s overall well-being. In clinical practice and research it is important that the symptoms and impact of these disorders are assessed in an objective fashion. The most valid instruments to measure the presence, severity, and impact of a patient’s pelvic floor symptoms on function and quality of life are sexual function questionnaires. Sexual function questionnaires range from ad hoc questionnaires to condition-specific validated measures. This review article will describe the shortcomings and strengths of a variety of validated sexual function questionnaires currently used to measure sexual function in women with pelvic floor disorders.
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Metadata
Title
Shortcomings/strengths of specific sexual function questionnaires currently used in urogynecology: a literature review
Authors
Tola B. Omotosho
Rebecca G. Rogers
Publication date
01-05-2009
Publisher
Springer-Verlag
Published in
International Urogynecology Journal / Issue Special Issue 1/2009
Print ISSN: 0937-3462
Electronic ISSN: 1433-3023
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s00192-009-0829-6

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