Availability of therapeutic sexual aids for cancer survivors: A survey of major cancer centers.

134Background: Treatment-related sexual dysfunction is a distressing problem for many cancer survivors. Cancer treatment guidelines recommend therapeutic aids for sexual health rehabilitation (e.g., vaginal dilators, moisturizers, vacuum erection device). However, survivors often don't know how or where to access sexual aids or may be uncomfortable procuring them. 25 NCI-designated Cancer Centers/NCCN-member institutions were surveyed about availability of sexual aids and resources for survivors. Methods: Using phone and internet, potential sources of aids/resources at each center (e.g, custom boutiques, specialty retail shops) were identified. Relevant retail staff at each center were approached by phone and using a structured script, study staff queried about the availability of aids/resources. Separate calls were made regarding aids for men and women. Additional inquiry included access to aids elsewhere at the cancer center and recommendations for accessing resources if none were available. Results: Of...