Sexual health is important for the quality of life of patients who have received haematopoietic stem-cell transplantation (HSCT). Sexual dysfunction and couple dissatisfaction can seriously affect a patient's recovery and treatment process. However, this aspect of post-transplantation recovery is still usually neglected in clinical practice. In this Series paper, we aim to elucidate the emotional and psychosocial factors affecting the sexual function in these patients, with a special focus on the partner's role and the psychological consequences of some adverse effects of HSCT. Moreover, we provide an overview of the management approaches and assessment tools of psychological issues associated with sexual dysfunction reported in the literature. These tools can help clinicians in this field to plan essential lifestyle and clinical interventions to help their patients. In conclusion, screening for psychological issues is indispensable when approaching sexual dysfunction in patients with HSCT. Health-care teams in transplantation units should be trained to discuss this aspect of recovery and provide the required treatment and follow-up plan.

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同种异体造血干细胞移植后与性健康相关的心理和情感生活


性健康对于接受造血干细胞移植 （HSCT） 的患者的生活质量很重要。性功能障碍和夫妻不满会严重影响患者的康复和治疗过程。然而，移植后恢复的这一方面在临床实践中通常仍然被忽视。在本系列论文中，我们旨在阐明影响这些患者性功能的情绪和社会心理因素，特别关注伴侣的角色和 HSCT 某些不良反应的心理后果。此外，我们概述了文献中报道的与性功能障碍相关的心理问题的管理方法和评估工具。这些工具可以帮助该领域的临床医生规划基本的生活方式和临床干预措施，以帮助患者。总之，在处理 HSCT 患者的性功能障碍时，筛查心理问题是必不可少的。移植病房的卫生保健团队应接受培训，以讨论这方面的恢复情况，并提供所需的治疗和随访计划。