Assessment of the Quality and Sexual Health Needs of Patients with Advanced-stage Cancer

Launched by HOSPICES CIVILS DE LYON · Jan 19, 2024

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial, called INTIMI-K, is focused on understanding the sexual health needs and satisfaction of patients with advanced cancer and their partners. Sexual health is an important part of overall well-being, especially for patients in palliative care, yet it is often overlooked. The study aims to gather information on how patients feel about their sexual health, what they need, and how healthcare providers can better support them in this aspect of their lives. By using questionnaires and interviews, the researchers hope to explore the experiences of both patients and their partners, recognizing that their needs are interconnected.

To participate in this study, individuals must be 18 years or older and have been diagnosed with advanced solid or blood cancers for more than three months. Patients can be receiving treatment or not, and their partners must also meet certain criteria. Participants will be asked to fill out questionnaires and participate in interviews, which will help the researchers understand their experiences and expectations regarding sexual health during cancer care. This trial is currently recruiting participants, and it is a valuable opportunity to contribute to improving support for sexual health in cancer care.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• For patients:
• • Individuals aged 18 and older,
• • Patients diagnosed with advanced solid or hematological cancers,
• • Whether or not undergoing specific treatment for the ongoing oncological condition,
• • Having a cancer diagnosis for more than 3 months (baseline diagnosis consultation),
• • Capable of understanding study-related documents,
• • Capable of completing questionnaires,
• • Fluent in French,
• • Individuals who have not objected to participating in the study.
• For partners:
• • Individuals aged 18 and older,
• • Individuals whose life partner has been diagnosed with advanced solid or hematological cancer for more than 3 months, whether or not they have received treatment,
• • Capable of understanding study-related documents,
• • Capable of completing questionnaires,
• • Fluent in French,
• • Individuals who have not objected to participating in the study.
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Individuals unable to complete the entire questionnaire due to their clinical condition.
• • Individuals under guardians, curators, or legal protection.