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12 December 2025

Multivariate Profiles of Female Sexual Function: A Cluster Analysis of FSFI Domains in Women with and Without PCOS

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Doctoral School Department, “Victor Babes” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 300041 Timisoara, Romania
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Neurosciences Department, Discipline of Psychiatry, “Victor Babes” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 300041 Timisoara, Romania
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Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, “Victor Babes” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 300041 Timisoara, Romania
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Department of Psychiatry, Timis County Emergency Clinical Hospital “Pius Brinzeu”, 300041 Timisoara, Romania
This article belongs to the Special Issue Ovarian Physiology and Reproduction

Abstract

Background/Objectives: Female sexual dysfunction (FSD) is common in PCOS, yet mean group comparisons can mask variability at the individual level. We aimed to identify and characterize person-centered profiles of sexual function from the six FSFI (Female Sexual Function Index) domains, and secondarily to describe the distribution of PCOS across profiles. Methods: In an age- and anthropometry-matched case–control sample, unsupervised clustering on FSFI domains was performed; clinical and psychosocial correlates were compared, and logistic regression tested prediction of FSFI-defined FSD. Results: Two profiles emerged—Sexual Dysfunction vs. Preserved Function—with clear multivariate separation. Dysfunction showed lower FSFI, higher adiposity, and worse body-image discomfort. PCOS was more frequent in Dysfunction but not significantly. Cluster membership predicted FSD. Conclusions: Person-centered profiling reveals clinically meaningful heterogeneity that transcends diagnosis and highlights adiposity and body-image distress as salient, potentially modifiable correlates.

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