Can talking about sex after hysterectomy improve your love life?
NCT ID NCT06609096
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested whether structured sexual counseling (using the PLISSIT or BETTER model) could improve sexual function and quality of sexual life in women who had a hysterectomy. Fifty-two women with sexual concerns were randomly assigned to one of two counseling programs or a no-counseling group. The goal was to see if these brief, four-session talks could make a difference.
What this could mean
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Active substance
sexual counseling based on the PLISSIT or BETTER model
What this could lead to
If effective, these counseling models could offer a simple, non-drug way to help women regain sexual well-being after hysterectomy.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed trial with only 52 participants, so results may not apply to all women. Counseling effects can vary widely.
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Locations
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Gazi University Health Research And Application Center
Ankara, 06500, Turkey (Türkiye)
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Kütahya Health Sciences University
Kütahya, 43020, Turkey (Türkiye)