Genital and Subjective Sexual Response in Women After Restorative Proctocolectomy with Ileal Pouch Anal Anastomosis—A Prospective Clinical Trial

Abstract

Vaginal vasocongestion after IPAA was significantly reduced in this small study; indicating that IPAA in women might possibly be associated with autonomic pelvic nerve damage or partial devascularization of the vagina. Subjectively reported sexual arousal, estimated lubrication, psychological and sexual functioning were not diminished. Future research should focus on the possible advantage of a full close rectal dissection in these patients.