Sexual dysfunction common in people with coronary heart disease, but few cardiovascular changes actually occur during sexual activity.
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Context Patients with post-MI often report physical and psychological concerns related to sexual activity. Anxiety stems from fear of MI or presumed risks, while physical concerns often result from sexual problems, sexual dysfunction and changes in sexual activity. Bispo and colleagues conducted an evidence-based review that analysed the risks associated with post-MI sexual activity and sexual dysfunction.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- Evidence-based nursing
دوره 18 1 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2015