(O-07) Sociodemographic and sexual function analysis of people aged 60 +

Abstract Introduction The sexuality of people aged 60+ can be affected by senescence itself and by their general health status. Objective Conduct a sociodemographic and sexual function analysis of people aged 60 + . Materials and Methods Observational evaluation research of sexual function in people aged 60+, conducted through questionnaires regarding sociodemographic data and sexual function using validated questionnaires for male sexual function IIEF (International Index of Erectile Function) and female sexual function FSFI (Female Sexual Function Index) applied at the Urology Outpatient Clinic of the FMABC University Center. Results 45.83% of the sample were female and 54.17% were male, 100% heterosexual. The average age was 65.27 years, with 54.17% married, 16.67% divorced, widowed, and single, 60.42% having Systemic Arterial Hypertension, and 29.17% Diabetes Mellitus. Fifty percent reported pain in some part of the body, 83.33% did not smoke, 29.17% did not engage in sexual relations in the month, 25% used condoms, 31.25% practiced masturbation, 35.42% felt comfortable talking about sex with their colleagues, friends, and/or healthcare professionals, and 79.17% reported that sex and sexuality topics are not naturally addressed by healthcare professionals. In the IIEF questionnaire, the average score was 20 points, representing 67.5% of sexual function. The average points obtained were 9, representing 57.18% of sexual satisfaction. Regarding ejaculation, the average was 8, characterizing 77.69%. The average of the volunteers in relation to sexual desire was 7 points, 70.77%. As for overall sexual satisfaction, the average score achieved was 7, corresponding to 68.08%. In the FSFI questionnaire, the average was 9 points, representing an average of 48.52% of sexual function. Conclusion The sexual health of people aged 60+ depends on the interaction of biopsychosociocultural aspects; the topic is a taboo among healthcare professionals and in society. Financing No conflict.

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The Journal of Sexual Medicine
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2026-02-01
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Sexual function and dysfunction studies
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(O-07) Sociodemographic and sexual function analysis of people aged 60 +

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Abstract Introduction The sexuality of people aged 60+ can be affected by senescence itself and by their general health status. Objective Conduct a sociodemographic and sexual function analysis of people aged 60 + . Materials and Methods Observational evaluation research of sexual function in people aged 60+, conducted through questionnaires regarding sociodemographic data and sexual function using validated questionnaires for male sexual function IIEF (International Index of Erectile Function) and female sexual function FSFI (Female Sexual Function Index) applied at the Urology Outpatient Clinic of the FMABC University Center. Results 45.83% of the sample were female and 54.17% were male, 100% heterosexual. The average age was 65.27 years, with 54.17% married, 16.67% divorced, widowed, and single, 60.42% having Systemic Arterial Hypertension, and 29.17% Diabetes Mellitus. Fifty percent reported pain in some part of the body, 83.33% did not smoke, 29.17% did not engage in sexual relations in the month, 25% used condoms, 31.25% practiced masturbation, 35.42% felt comfortable talking about sex with their colleagues, friends, and/or healthcare professionals, and 79.17% reported that sex and sexuality topics are not naturally addressed by healthcare professionals. In the IIEF questionnaire, the average score was 20 points, representing 67.5% of sexual function. The average points obtained were 9, representing 57.18% of sexual satisfaction. Regarding ejaculation, the average was 8, characterizing 77.69%. The average of the volunteers in relation to sexual desire was 7 points, 70.77%. As for overall sexual satisfaction, the average score achieved was 7, corresponding to 68.08%. In the FSFI questionnaire, the average was 9 points, representing an average of 48.52% of sexual function. Conclusion The sexual health of people aged 60+ depends on the interaction of biopsychosociocultural aspects; the topic is a taboo among healthcare professionals and in society. Financing No conflict.

The Journal of Sexual MedicineVol. 23(Supplement_1)
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