A cross-sectional study of knowledge and barriers in uptake of cervical cancer screening

Authors

  • Gautham Chakra R Department of Pharmacy Practice, Saastra College of Pharmaceutical Education & Research, Jwalamukhi temple, Varigonda, Totapalli Gudur mandal, near Varigonda, Nellore, Andhra Pradesh 524311 India https://orcid.org/0009-0008-6415-1840
  • Pavani CH Saastra College of Pharmaceutical Education & Research, Jwalamukhi temple, Varigonda, Totapalli gudur Mandal, near Varigonda, Nellore, Andhra Pradesh 524311 India
  • Lokeswari S Saastra College of Pharmaceutical Education & Research, Jwalamukhi temple, Varigonda, Totapalli gudur Mandal, near Varigonda, Nellore, Andhra Pradesh 524311 India
  • Jaya Sudha G Saastra College of Pharmaceutical Education & Research, Near Varigonda Jwalamukhi Temple, Muthukur Raod, Kakupalli, Nellore-524311, Andhra Pradesh, India
  • Sravanthi N Saastra College of Pharmaceutical Education & Research, Near Varigonda Jwalamukhi Temple, Muthukur Raod, Kakupalli, Nellore-524311, Andhra Pradesh, India
  • Govardhan B Saastra College of Pharmaceutical Education & Research, Near Varigonda Jwalamukhi Temple, Muthukur Raod, Kakupalli, Nellore-524311, Andhra Pradesh, India

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.26452/ijcpms.v4i3.645

Keywords:

Cervical Cancer, Knowledge, Barriers, Screening

Abstract

More than 90% of instances of cervical cancer in women occur in developing nations, making it the second most frequent malignancy in women globally. About 15% of cancer-related fatalities worldwide are attributed to India, primarily in rural regions. This harmful condition can be effectively prevented by developing awareness campaigns and offering early Screening as a viable management option. From January 1, 2024, to June 30, 2024, a prospective questionnaire-based survey was carried out among women. Students made up the majority of the research population. There were 340 ladies among them. The majority of the 292 women (86%) who have not attended Screening gave a variety of excuses. Of the 48 women who showed up for the test, 23 (or 47.9%) had different symptoms and were receiving treatment. Three of these individuals were found to have cervical cancer. Obstacles were noted, including a weak economy, cultural legacies, ignorance, a shortage of women in the testing facilities, etc. Pap smear testing facilities must be available to all medical professionals and primary healthcare facilities.

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Published

2024-07-29

How to Cite

R, G. C., CH, P., S, L., G, J. S., N, S., & B, G. (2024). A cross-sectional study of knowledge and barriers in uptake of cervical cancer screening. International Journal of Clinical Pharmacokinetics and Medical Sciences, 4(3), 15–27. https://doi.org/10.26452/ijcpms.v4i3.645

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