Awareness Level of Cervical Cancer Patients Referred to Radiation Oncology Outpatient Clinics-A Multicenter Study

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dc.authoridaltinok, pelin/0000-0001-5970-6452
dc.contributor.authorAltinok, Pelin
dc.contributor.authorErgen, Sefika Arzu
dc.contributor.authorGuzeloz Capar, Zeliha
dc.contributor.authorCanyilmaz, Emine
dc.contributor.authorAkgun, Zuleyha
dc.contributor.authorSerin, Meltem
dc.contributor.authorAkbas, Canan
dc.date.accessioned2024-10-26T18:11:37Z
dc.date.available2024-10-26T18:11:37Z
dc.date.issued2024
dc.departmentSivas Cumhuriyet Üniversitesi
dc.description.abstractObjectiveThe study aimed to assess the level of knowledge of patients with cervical cancer referred to radiation oncology outpatient clinics in Turkey regarding screening methods and human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination and increase social awareness based on the findings.MethodsA descriptive cross-sectional survey was conducted from January to June 2022 involving 300 patients in various regions. Data on demographics, cervical cancer screening and HPV vaccination knowledge, and recommendations to relatives were collected through a questionnaire-based interview. Univariate logistic regression analyzed the impact of independent variables on knowledge levels.ResultsAmong the participants, 57% were unaware of cervical cancer screening, and 66% had no knowledge of the HPV vaccine. Higher knowledge levels were associated with higher education, older age at marriage and first birth, and previous gynecological checkups. Lower knowledge levels were observed in patients treated at state institutions, with no formal education, and diagnosed with cervical cancer at age 60 or older. A significant inverse correlation was found between knowledge levels and the stage of cancer at diagnosis, with higher awareness in earlier stages.ConclusionThe study revealed limited awareness among cervical cancer patients in Turkey regarding screening and HPV vaccination. Lower knowledge levels were associated with specific demographic factors, emphasizing the importance of targeted educational campaigns to reduce the burden of cervical cancer and promote early detection. Efforts to enhance vaccination coverage and encourage early screening can significantly improve outcomes. Comprehensive awareness surveys are essential in guiding policymaking and implementing effective early detection and prevention strategies for cervical cancer.
dc.identifier.doi10.1097/LGT.0000000000000798
dc.identifier.endpage148
dc.identifier.issn1089-2591
dc.identifier.issn1526-0976
dc.identifier.issue2
dc.identifier.pmid38465970
dc.identifier.scopus2-s2.0-85188660440
dc.identifier.scopusqualityQ2
dc.identifier.startpage143
dc.identifier.urihttps://doi.org/10.1097/LGT.0000000000000798
dc.identifier.urihttps://hdl.handle.net/20.500.12418/30761
dc.identifier.volume28
dc.identifier.wosWOS:001189268800009
dc.identifier.wosqualityN/A
dc.indekslendigikaynakWeb of Science
dc.indekslendigikaynakScopus
dc.indekslendigikaynakPubMed
dc.language.isoen
dc.publisherLippincott Williams & Wilkins
dc.relation.ispartofJournal of Lower Genital Tract Disease
dc.relation.publicationcategoryMakale - Uluslararası Hakemli Dergi - Kurum Öğretim Elemanı
dc.rightsinfo:eu-repo/semantics/closedAccess
dc.subjectcervical cancer
dc.subjectcervical cancer screening
dc.subjecthuman papillomavirus
dc.subjecthuman papillomavirus vaccine
dc.subjectawareness
dc.titleAwareness Level of Cervical Cancer Patients Referred to Radiation Oncology Outpatient Clinics-A Multicenter Study
dc.typeArticle

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