Exploring the Correlation Between Sexual Function, Mental Health, and Quality of Life among Stroke Survivors in South-East Nigeria

Ebere Y. Ihegihu, Jennifer K. Onwukwe, Taofeek O. Afolabi, Chima C. Ihegihu and Doluwamu A. Wale-Aina
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Ebere Y. Ihegihu: Department of Medical Rehabilitation Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Nnewi Campus.
Jennifer K. Onwukwe: Department of Medical Rehabilitation Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Nnewi Campus.
Taofeek O. Afolabi: Physiotherapy Department, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Medical Sciences, Ondo, Nigeria
Chima C. Ihegihu: Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Nnewi Campus.
Doluwamu A. Wale-Aina: Physiotherapy Department, Jericho Nursing Home, Ibadan, Nigeria

International Journal of Research and Scientific Innovation, 2024, vol. 11, issue 8, 333-341

Abstract: Stroke’s multifaceted impact necessitates understanding its effects on survivors’ psychological well-being, daily functioning, and sexual health. This study aimed to investigate the correlation between sexual function, mental health, and quality of life (QoL) among stroke survivors. This cross-sectional survey involved 82 stroke survivors recruited from selected healthcare centers in Nnewi. The stroke-specific QoL scale and Mental health inventory-38 were used to evaluate the QoL and mental health status of the participants, respectively. Male and female sexual functions were assessed using the International Index for Erectile Function and Female sexual index, respectively. Mann–Whitney U test and Spearman’s rank order correlation were used to analyze data. The participants’ mean total QoL score was 112.57±37.67, representing 46% of the maximum possible score, with the highest and lowest scores in vision (68.94%) and social role (24.39%) domains. The participants scored

Date: 2024
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