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The Impact of Perianal Disease on Patient's Sex Life
Led by AHEPA University Hospital · Updated on 2026-04-09
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Participants Needed
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Research Sites
11 weeks
Total Duration
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Sponsors
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AHEPA University Hospital
Lead Sponsor
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Aristotle University Of Thessaloniki
Collaborating Sponsor
AI-Summary
What this Trial Is About
Perianal diseases, such as perianal abcesses, anal fistulae and perianal Crohn's disease, are often associated with significant physical symptoms, including pain and chronic drainage. However, the impact of these conditions on a patient's personal life, intimacy, and body image-often referred to as "hidden morbidity"-is frequently overlooked in clinical practice. The purpose of this prospective observational study is to evaluate the psychosexual burden in patients suffering from chronic perianal disease. Using validated tools (IIEF-5 for men, FSFI-6 for women) and a specialized Supplemental Patient-Reported Outcome Measure (PROM), researchers will investigate how the presence of surgical devices (such as setons), disease etiology, and clinical symptoms affect sexual function and self-esteem. The study also aims to identify gaps in physician-patient communication regarding sexual health. By quantifying these impacts, the study seeks to promote a more holistic, patient-centered approach to the surgical management of perianal conditions.
CONDITIONS
Official Title
The Impact of Perianal Disease on Patient's Sex Life
Who Can Participate
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- Diagnosis of chronic perianal disease (fistula-in-ano, perianal Crohn's disease, pilonidal disease)
- Age over 18 years
- Ability to understand and complete Greek versions of the IIEF-5, FSFI-6, and study PROM
- Signed informed consent
You will not qualify if you...
- Active colorectal or anal cancer
- Major pelvic surgery unrelated to perianal disease within the last 3 months
- Cognitive impairment preventing completion of surveys
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Trial Site Locations
Total: 1 location
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AHEPA University General Hospital
Thessaloniki, Thessaloniki, Greece, 54636
Actively Recruiting
Research Team
M
Moysis G. Moysidis, MD, MSc, PhD
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How is the study designed?
Study Type
OBSERVATIONAL
Masking
N/A
Allocation
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Model
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Primary Purpose
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Number of Arms
1
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