Risk Factors of Psychiatric Disorders and Sexual Dysfunction in Infertile Men

July 5, 2013 updated by: Wan Zi, First Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-Sen University

Study of Possible Interactions Between Psychiatric Disorders and Sexual Dysfunction in Infertile Men

To investigate the prevalence of psychological symptoms and sexual dysfunction, and to estimate their possible interactions in infertile men.

Study Overview

Status

Unknown

Conditions

Detailed Description

Although psychological disorders such as anxiety and depression are known to be associated with sexual dysfunction, and their interactions have been reported by many studies, particularly the prevalence of these two aspects and the relationship between them in infertile men in China have not been well investigated.

The investigators' aim is to evaluate the prevalence of psychological symptoms and sexual dysfunction and interactions between them systematically by using validated questionnaires and scales.

Study Type

Observational

Enrollment (Anticipated)

1500

Contacts and Locations

This section provides the contact details for those conducting the study, and information on where this study is being conducted.

Study Locations

  • China
    • Guangdong
      • Guangzhou, Guangdong, China, 510080
        • Recruiting
        • The First Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University
        • Contact:
          • Deng, MD, PhD
          • Phone Number: +86 20 87332200
        • Principal Investigator:
          • Wan, MD

Participation Criteria

Researchers look for people who fit a certain description, called eligibility criteria. Some examples of these criteria are a person's general health condition or prior treatments.

Eligibility Criteria

Ages Eligible for Study

14 years to 56 years (Adult)

Accepts Healthy Volunteers

No

Genders Eligible for Study

Male

Sampling Method

Non-Probability Sample

Study Population

male outpatients visiting the Centre of Reproduction at First Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University

Description

Inclusion Criteria:

  • men who seek treatment for infertility (infertility is defined as the inability to conceive after 1 year of unprotected intercourse)
  • age ≥ 18 years
  • in a heterosexual, stable relationship for at least 1 year
  • able to read and speak Chinese

Exclusion Criteria:

  • inability to read and understand the questionnaire because of language difficulties
  • already evaluated during an earlier survey
  • men on medication that could have affected their ejaculatory and erectile function and/or psychological status

Study Plan

This section provides details of the study plan, including how the study is designed and what the study is measuring.

How is the study designed?

Design Details

  • Observational Models: Cohort
  • Time Perspectives: Cross-Sectional

Cohorts and Interventions

Group / Cohort
with depression or anxiety
Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale score over 9 points
without depression or anxiety
Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale score less than 8 points

What is the study measuring?

Primary Outcome Measures

Outcome Measure
Time Frame
Incidence and Risk Factors of sexual dysfunction and psychological disorders in infertile men
Time Frame: one year
one year

Secondary Outcome Measures

Outcome Measure
Time Frame
Interactions between Psychiatric Disorders and Sexual Dysfunction in Infertile Men
Time Frame: one year
one year

Collaborators and Investigators

This is where you will find people and organizations involved with this study.

Sponsor

First Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-Sen University

Investigators

  • Principal Investigator: Chunhua Deng, MD, First Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-Sen University

Study record dates

These dates track the progress of study record and summary results submissions to ClinicalTrials.gov. Study records and reported results are reviewed by the National Library of Medicine (NLM) to make sure they meet specific quality control standards before being posted on the public website.

Study Major Dates

Study Start

April 1, 2013

Primary Completion (Anticipated)

August 1, 2013

Study Completion (Anticipated)

September 1, 2013

Study Registration Dates

First Submitted

July 2, 2013

First Submitted That Met QC Criteria

July 5, 2013

First Posted (Estimate)

July 8, 2013

Study Record Updates

Last Update Posted (Estimate)

July 8, 2013

Last Update Submitted That Met QC Criteria

July 5, 2013

Last Verified

July 1, 2013

More Information

Terms related to this study

Keywords

Additional Relevant MeSH Terms

Other Study ID Numbers

  • IMPsySex

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