Article
Psychosexual responses to BRCA gene mutations in women of childbearing age.
Journal of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners - 1 Apr 2023
Hayes Alexis Elizabeth, Wardell Diane Wind, Engebretson Joan, LoBiondo-Wood Geri, Allicock Marlyn
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: Diagnosis of a BRCA gene mutation presents a dilemma because life-changing medical decisions must be made to prevent breast and ovarian cancer. There is minimal evidence regarding how psychosexual functioning, psychological well-being with regard to body image and sexuality, affects the decision to have prophylactic treatment in women of childbearing age (WCBA; 18-49 years) with a BRCA gene mutation....
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