Sexual health and testosterone concentration in male lymphoma survivors: A systematic review

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Advancements in lymphoma treatment have increased the number of long-term survivors who may experience late effects such as impaired sexual function and testosterone deficiency. The aim of this review was to determine the prevalence of testosterone deficiency and sexual dysfunction among male lymphoma survivors; and associations between the two. A systematic search identified 20 articles for inclusion. The prevalence of low total testosterone was 0%–50 %, with mean values within reference levels, and for luteinizing hormone above reference levels in 0%–80 %. Four studies included SHBG and free testosterone, with mixed results. Compromised sexual health was found in 23%–61 %. Overall, total testosterone and sexual health were associated. The risk of bias (ROBINS-E and RoB 2) was high/very high, leading to low/very low overall confidence in the bulk of evidence (GRADE). Longitudinal studies evaluating biologically active testosterone and sexual health are needed, to develop evidence based standard procedures for follow-up of sexual health.
OriginalsprogEngelsk
Artikelnummere31915
TidsskriftHeliyon
Vol/bind10
Udgave nummer11
Antal sider22
ISSN2405-8440
DOI
StatusUdgivet - 2024

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Funding Information:
Funding was obtained from the Department of Hematology Copenhagen University Hospital Research Funds, Einar Willumsens Scholarship, Jens and Maren Thestrups Scholarship, and Johannes Fog Fund.

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