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Assessing breast self-examination knowledge and practices among women in Iraq: A cross-sectional study.
Al-Obaidi, Mustafa Najah; Al-Obaidi, Ahmed Dheyaa; Hashim, Hashim Talib; Al Sakini, Ahmed Sermed; Abd, Abdulqader Majed; Rashed, Rusul Husham; Saeed, Rania Omar; Al Saeedi, Mina; Al-Obaidi, Ammar; Hashim, Ali Talib.
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  • Al-Obaidi MN; College of Medicine University of Baghdad Baghdad Iraq.
  • Al-Obaidi AD; College of Medicine University of Baghdad Baghdad Iraq.
  • Hashim HT; College of Medicine University of Warith Al-Anbiyaa Karbala Iraq.
  • Al Sakini AS; College of Medicine University of Baghdad Baghdad Iraq.
  • Abd AM; College of Medicine University of Baghdad Baghdad Iraq.
  • Rashed RH; College of Medicine University of Baghdad Baghdad Iraq.
  • Saeed RO; College of Medicine University of Baghdad Baghdad Iraq.
  • Al Saeedi M; Divisions of Nephrology and Hypertension (M.A.S.) Mayo Clinic Rochester Minnesota USA.
  • Al-Obaidi A; Department of Cardiovascular Diseases (M.A.S., L.O.L.) Mayo Clinic Rochester Minnesota USA.
  • Hashim AT; Department of Hematology/Oncology University of Missouri-Kansas City Kansas City Missouri USA.
Health Sci Rep ; 7(6): e2137, 2024 Jun.
Article en En | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38817882
ABSTRACT
Background and

Aims:

The present study aims to shed light on the knowledge, attitude, and practice of breast self-examination with breast cancer (BC) among female patients in the oncology department of Baghdad Medical City.

Methods:

This cross-sectional study involved 100 female participants at the Oncology Teaching Hospital in Baghdad Medical City between June 15 and October 15, 2022. Using convenient sampling, the study targeted females aged 30-75, recently or previously diagnosed with BC, admitted for treatment and follow-ups.

Results:

Regarding the assessment of knowledge, among the surveyed patients, 71 are aware of breast self-examination (BSE), primarily through social media (42 patients). The study also explores the link between BSE and education levels. While Pearson's chi-square shows no significance (0.107), the likelihood ratio suggests a significant association (0.041). Regarding the analysis of attitudes, the study assessment for the reasons for compliance showed that 19 patients cite medical reasons, and 48 patients attribute noncompliance to a lack of knowledge of how to perform BSE. Regarding the examination of practice, high statistical significance is evident in both Pearson's chi-square (0.000) and likelihood ratio (0.000) tests, emphasizing the substantial relationship between the post-diagnosis initiation timing of BSE and its correct execution. Additionally, a statistically significant association exists between performing BSE correctly and discovering BC (p = 0.000).

Conclusion:

Regarding the assessment of knowledge, our study found high awareness of BSE within the population, primarily through social media and health organizations. Regarding the analysis of attitudes, a notable proportion refrained from practicing BSE, primarily due to a perceived lack of knowledge about the methods. Regarding the examination of practice, the observed significant associations between performing BSE correctly, discovering BC, and the frequency of examinations underscore the pivotal role of consistent and accurate BSE in early detection.
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Texto completo: 1 Colección: 01-internacional Base de datos: MEDLINE Idioma: En Revista: Health Sci Rep Año: 2024 Tipo del documento: Article Pais de publicación: Estados Unidos
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Texto completo: 1 Colección: 01-internacional Base de datos: MEDLINE Idioma: En Revista: Health Sci Rep Año: 2024 Tipo del documento: Article Pais de publicación: Estados Unidos