Evaluation of Gynecological and Sexual Sequelae

In women, there is a significant link between gynecological clinical abnormalities and the onset of sexual dysfunction. Gynecological anatomical sequelae are a major determinant of female sexual health. However, their assessment in clinical practice in the context of rectal cancer remains inconsistent, incomplete, or delayed. The repercussions of impaired sexual quality of life are also significant from a public health perspective. Good sexual quality of life is directly linked to a better overall quality of life in women over 40. These results could therefore be extrapolated to patients experiencing sexual dysfunction after treatment for rectal cancer. Finally, impaired overall quality of life leads to increased healthcare utilization and disability, with significant socioeconomic repercussions. Gynecological and sexual sequelae following treatment for rectal cancer are therefore frequent but insufficiently assessed and managed in clinical practice, despite their impact on patients' overall quality of life and on public health. This work would allow for a better understanding of these disorders in order to prevent, assess, and manage them more effectively and thus optimize patients' future quality of life.