Experiences of anorectal surgery among gay and bisexual men: a mixed methods study DOI Creative Commons
Montenegro Mariño,

Oliver Gregory,

Julio Joseph Quealy

et al.

ANZ Journal of Surgery, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: unknown

Published: March 4, 2025

Abstract Background The experiences of gay, bisexual, and other men who have sex with (GBMSM) receiving anorectal surgery are not well understood, including their interaction surgeons the impact on receptive anal intercourse. This pilot exploratory study aimed to understand GBMSM recently received surgery. Methods mixed methods utilized surveys semi‐structured interviews gay bisexual operative treatment by a general or colorectal surgeon for benign condition within Australia. Descriptive qualitative thematic analysis was employed assess experience surgical encounter. Results Participants reported impaired sexual function reduced overall well‐being after They expected inquire about practices provide additional support post‐operative education, which most often did occur. perceived lack understanding regarding orientation well‐being. Conclusions Anorectal has significant GBMSM. Surgeons should offer adequate counselling accordingly. may require education training help improve outcomes patients.

Language: Английский

Experiences of anorectal surgery among gay and bisexual men: a mixed methods study DOI Creative Commons
Montenegro Mariño,

Oliver Gregory,

Julio Joseph Quealy

et al.

ANZ Journal of Surgery, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: unknown

Published: March 4, 2025

Abstract Background The experiences of gay, bisexual, and other men who have sex with (GBMSM) receiving anorectal surgery are not well understood, including their interaction surgeons the impact on receptive anal intercourse. This pilot exploratory study aimed to understand GBMSM recently received surgery. Methods mixed methods utilized surveys semi‐structured interviews gay bisexual operative treatment by a general or colorectal surgeon for benign condition within Australia. Descriptive qualitative thematic analysis was employed assess experience surgical encounter. Results Participants reported impaired sexual function reduced overall well‐being after They expected inquire about practices provide additional support post‐operative education, which most often did occur. perceived lack understanding regarding orientation well‐being. Conclusions Anorectal has significant GBMSM. Surgeons should offer adequate counselling accordingly. may require education training help improve outcomes patients.

Language: Английский

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