Depression and qulity of life in women of reproductive age in the context of surgical menopause
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https://doi.org/10.52692/1857-0011.2025.2-82.02Keywords:
depression, quality of life, urgical menopauseAbstract
Introduction: Surgical menopause, resulting from hysterectomy with or without oophorectomy, leads to a sudden hormonal deficiency that may negatively impact the mental health and quality of life of women of reproductive age. The aim of the study was to analyze the evolution of depressive symptoms in correlation with the quality of life in reproductive-age women after the onset of surgical menopause. Methods: A prospective study involving 150 women divided into three groups: hysterectomy with oophorectomy (L1A), hysterectomy without oophorectomy (L1B), and a control group (L0). Depression and quality of life were assessed at four time points: preoperatively, at 10-12 days, and at 6 and 12 months postoperatively using the Beck Depression Inventory and WHOQOL-BREF. Results: At 12 months, depression was observed in 72% of women in the L1A group and 68% in the L1B group, compared to 16% in the control group. A statistically significant association was found between depression and reduced quality of life, particularly in the L1B group. Conclusions: Hysterectomy in reproductive-age women has a negative impact on mental health and quality of life.Integrating psychological counseling and active follow-up into pre- and postoperative care is recommended.
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