(119) Provider Habits Regarding Screening for Sexual Dysfunction in Pregnancy at a Tertiary Medical Center in Chicago, IL

Abstract Introduction A national survey of Ob/Gyns illustrates the majority do not routinely inquire about sexual dysfunction, pleasure, or satisfaction despite female dysfunction (FSD) being an issue affecting estimated 43% women throughout their lifetime. Moreover, many studies have shown increase in pregnancy, including a Brazilian study showing 73.3% experience third trimester. No specific guidance exists for providers regarding timing screening nor proper methods education pregnancy. The International Society Study Women’s Sexual Health (ISSWSH) detailed that certain disorders numerous publications, yet lack concise resources to aid clinician detection and management. Objective This evaluated practices pregnancy at tertiary medical center low-risk population. Methods From 2018 2021, average 1284 received prenatal care our institution annually. randomly reviewed 113 charts from patients receiving with providers. We conducted retrospective chart review, collecting data including: pre-existing conditions, Edinburgh Postpartum Depression Screen (EPDS) scores, characteristics both provider type present. Results Of pregnant sample, 19% (N=21) were screened course postpartum visits. There no notable differences habits based on patient age, Gravida, Para, BMI, marital status, complications. At any time, median EPDS score those FSD was consistently greater compared who screened. Patients more commonly by attendings (71%, N=15) rather than residents (29%, N=6) APNs (10%, N=2). most (N=13). 21 screened, 76% (N=16) positive dysfunction. had myofascial pain (N=9). quarter dyspareunia (N=4). FSD, (N=3) educated postpartum. Conclusions Our review revealed less 20% over period. found evidence provided prevalence 76%. changes studied demographics, however tended be prevalent increased scores. institution, attending physicians frequently screen resident practice. popular time screen. Prenatal occurs prominently trimester, but we performed during this time. Disclosure