The impact of mastectomy on body image and sexuality in women with breast cancer: a systematic review
- Bárbara Martins Faria Federal University of Uberlândia. Minas Gerais - Brazil
- Isabela Martins Rodrigues Federal University of Uberlândia. Minas Gerais - Brazil
- Leticia Verri Marquez Federal University of Uberlândia. Minas Gerais - Brazil
- Uriel da Silva Pires Federal University of Uberlândia. Minas Gerais - Brazil
- Stefan Vilges de Oliveira Federal University of Uberlândia. Minas Gerais - Brazil
Abstract
Objective: The study aims to evaluate the impact of mastectomy on body image and sexuality of women with breast cancer, as well as to provide a general understanding of their quality of life. Method: This review followed the PRISMA guidelines. The expression “Mastectomy AND (sexuality OR “body image”)” was searched in Lilacs, Scielo, Pubmed and Scopus databases. Articles published in English, Portuguese and Spanish between 2010 and 2020 were selected. The text analysis was carried out by peers. Results: 69.3% (43) of the studies presented mastectomy as a technique that worsens body image, sexual functioning and quality of life of women. Less radical procedures, such as breast-conserving surgery, showed lower impact on these indicators. Breast reconstruction is an alternative to mitigate breast surgery impacts. Conclusion: Mastectomy caused the major impacts on body image, sexual functioning and quality of life. These implications need to be considered during therapeutic choice.
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