WA Centre for Cancer and Palliative Care

A collaboration between Curtin University and Edith Cowan University

Completed Research Project

Randomised controlled trial of nurse led education intervention on sexuality and body image for women with breast cancer

Investigators: White K, Butow P, Yates P, Saunders C, Kristjanson LJ, Ingram D & Lewis M.

Funding: The Cancer Council of WA ($181,629)

Administering institution: Edith Cowan University

Abstract: A large proportion of women with breast cancer report ongoing difficulties with sexuality and body image. This study will develop a nurse-led intervention and evaluate it in a randomized controlled trial. This study aims to decrease the impact on sexuality and body image in women with breast cancer. The intervention will provide counselling, information, problem-solving and referral .