The development, pilot and randomised controlled trial of a psychosexual rehabilitation information booklet for women undergoing pelvic radiation therapy for gynaecological or anorectal cancer

Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)

• Introduction
• Literature Review
• Psychosexual Concerns following Pelvic Radiation Therapy
• Psychosexual Rehabilitation
• Information and Support
• Previous Research
• Methodology
• Pilot Study
• Randomised Controlled Trial
• Results
• Pilot Study
• Randomised Controlled Trial
• Discussion
• Conclusion

Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)

This thesis explores the development, pilot testing, and evaluation of a psychosexual rehabilitation information booklet for women undergoing pelvic radiation therapy for gynecological or anorectal cancer. The research aims to address the significant psychosexual concerns experienced by women undergoing this treatment and to provide a practical resource to support their recovery.

• The impact of pelvic radiation therapy on women's psychosexual health.
• The importance of psychosexual rehabilitation in cancer care.
• The effectiveness of an information booklet in addressing psychosexual concerns.
• The role of patient education and self-management in improving psychosexual well-being.
• The development and evaluation of a tailored intervention for a specific patient population.

Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)

The introduction sets the stage for the research by outlining the significance of psychosexual concerns following pelvic radiation therapy and the need for effective interventions. The literature review delves into the existing knowledge on psychosexual issues, rehabilitation approaches, and the role of information and support for women undergoing this treatment. The methodology chapter details the development of the information booklet, the pilot study, and the randomized controlled trial. The results section presents the findings from both the pilot and the main study, highlighting the effectiveness of the booklet in addressing psychosexual concerns. The discussion chapter analyzes the results and explores the implications for clinical practice and future research.

Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)

Psychosexual rehabilitation, pelvic radiation therapy, gynecological cancer, anorectal cancer, information booklet, patient education, self-management, quality of life, sexual function, psychological distress.