Utilization of the sexual health service from the prostate cancer supportive care program: A chart review.

137Background: Sexual dysfunction and psychological distress are two of the most important unmet supportive care needs of prostate cancer (PC) patients (pts). The Sexual Health Service (SHS) from the Prostate Cancer Supportive Care Program at the Vancouver Prostate Centre addresses the sexual recovery needs of PC pts and their partners via education and clinical service. This study explores patient characteristics and needs to better understand SHS utilization. Methods: Data was obtained from patient charts, semi-structured interviews, and patient-reported outcome measures from July 2013-June 2017. Analyses include descriptive statistics and pre-post comparisons via parametric (paired t-tests) or non-parametric (Wilcoxon) tests. Results: Data from 667 pts was analysed. Average age was 65yrs (SD= 7.3, 43-88yrs) and most were in a relationship (79.6%; mean length = 30.5 yrs, SD= 15.2yrs, 9 mos–68yrs). Appointments were attended with partners (42.3%) or alone (56%) and most pts had undergone surgery for thei...