Nadia Finocchio
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Nadia Finocchio is a leading urological researcher whose work centers on the intersection of sexual health, psychological well-being, and surgical outcomes in prostate cancer patients. Her most influential study, “Depressive Symptoms and Low Sexual Desire after Radical Prostatectomy: Early and Long-Term Outcomes in a Real-Life Setting” (2017, 33 citations), provides crucial insights into the often-overlooked emotional and psychosexual consequences of radical prostatectomy. By analyzing data from 811 patients using validated tools like the International Index of Erectile Function and the Beck Depression Inventory, Finocchio demonstrated that depressive symptoms are a significant, independent predictor of diminished sexual desire—both in the short and long term—regardless of surgical approach. This work has been instrumental in shifting clinical focus beyond erectile function alone, advocating for integrated psychological support in post-prostatectomy care. Her research underscores the importance of addressing mental health as a core component of oncological rehabilitation, making her a key voice in patient-centered urological outcomes and survivorship.
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