Sexual function among women with urinary incontinence and pelvic organ prolapse
2004
Objective The objective of this research was to determine whether sexual complaints, such as dyspareunia, are associated with pelvic floor disorders. Study design We used data collected for the Maryland Women's Health Study. Among adult women scheduled for hysterectomy, we used multiple logistic regression analysis to identify characteristics associated with 4 sexual complaints: decreased libido, vaginal dryness, dyspareunia, and anorgasmia. Results Among 1299 participants, 495 (38.1%) had evidence of pelvic floor disorders. Sexual complaints were significantly more common among women with pelvic floor disorders (53.2% vs 40.4%, P Conclusion In a cohort of women planning hysterectomy, women with urinary incontinence were significantly more likely to report sexual complaints.
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