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. 2016 Jul 21;26(1):55–64. doi: 10.1007/s11136-016-1367-6

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Fig. 4 — EORTC QLQ-CR38 mean values in the groups with and without permanent stoma. Function scales: BI body image, SX sexual functioning, SE sexual enjoyment, FU future perspective. Symptom scales: MI micturition problems, GI gastrointestinal symptoms, DF defecation problems (only for patients without stoma and intact sphincter), STO stoma-related problems (only for patients with stoma), MSX male sexual problems, FSX female sexual problems and WL weight loss. High mean value in function scales represents high or healthy level of functioning. High mean value in symptom scales represents high level of symptoms