Can anal cancer treatment spare sexual well-being? a study tracks the toll over two years.
NCT ID NCT05109468
First seen Jul 28, 2026 · Last updated Jul 29, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study follows people treated for anal cancer with radiotherapy to see how their sexual quality of life changes over time. Participants complete questionnaires during treatment, three months later, and two years after diagnosis. The goal is to understand the long-term impact on sexual health and emotional well-being.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could help doctors better support patients' sexual health after anal cancer treatment.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, observational study that measures patient-reported outcomes, not a treatment trial. It may not capture all factors affecting sexual quality of life.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Institut régional du Cancer de Montpellier
Montpellier, 34090, France
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