Breast Self Research Articles

DETERMINANTS OF BREAST SELF-EXAMINATION (BSE) ONCE A MONTH REGULARLY IN WOMEN OF CHILDBEARING AGE IN KUBUTAMBAHANAN VILLAGE

Significant condition occurred in increased rate of breast cancer, based on global statistical data. Awareness of breast cancer prevention methods is very important in reducing morbidity and mortality caused by breast cancer. One of them with breast self-examination (BSE) because it is easy, cheap, privacy, safe and does not require special equipment, but this method is not yet widely applied by most women. The purpose of this study was to determine the determinants of regular breast self-examination once a month by women of childbearing age in the Kubutambahanan Village. The method of research was observational with cross sectional approach. Samples were taken purposively with a large number of samples determined as many as 154 respondents. The independent variables in this study were age, level of education, occupation, family history of breast cancer, distance of health facility coverage, mass media exposure, partner / family support, peer group support, dependent variable in this study was breast self-examination behavior. Data collection using questionnaires with structured interview techniques. The study began in June until September 2019. After the data were collected, univariate, bivariate and multivariate analyzes with logistic regression were performed using software. The results of this study found that the determinant variable of monthly breast self-examination was education level (OR = 5,321.95% CI: -0.324--0.213), mass media access (OR = 3,543.95% CI: -0.213 - 0.124), partner or family support (OR = 7,002.95% CI: -1.342--0.543) and peer age group support (OR = 5,326.95% CI: -3.234--1.342) remain jointly influential for regular monthly breast self examination. Breast self-examination every month is regularly related to factors of education level, mass media access, partner or family support and peer support.

Assessment the Knowledge and Attitude of Breast Self Examination among Secondary School Female Students in Mosul City

Background: the examination of the Breast is regarded as the secondary method of breast cancer protection which must be done by all females during the age 20 years and above. Aim: To assess knowledge and attitude level of females secondary school student’s towards breast self examination (BSE). Subject and method: Cross-sectional study design involved 1000 female student in secondary school in Mosul city .The study started from (1st March till 1st June) 2019, lasting for about (3 months ) by using a self-administer standardized questionnaire include knowledge and attitudes toward , source of knowledge Result: the study revealed that grand mean assessment value regarding BSE general information was 2.09 just above the (cut – off point = 2). The main source of knowledge was health professional (32.3%), followed by TV and social media (27.6%). Nearly two third of study sample had positive attitude to consult doctor and period of consultation within one week with mean score 2.3 and 2.4 respectively. In general the mean score assessment value of attitude toward BSE among study sample was below the cut of point 1.7. Recommendation: Provision of intensive educational program to secondary school students by health professional and encourage school teachers to teach and complete educational curriculum which focus to BSE and take attention to the subject to increase awareness and improve attitude toward it.

Association between cancer stigma and breast self examination among nurses

Breast cancer is the primary cause of cancer mortality, worldwide, and in Indonesian women. Late stage cancer is an important predictor of cancer mortality. Breast self-examination (BSE) is recommended as a way to potentially allow for early detection of any breast anomalies. A previous study found that only 39.5% of nurses reported practicing BSE on a regular monthly basis. Cancer-related stigma among non-cancer patients is an important predictor of cancer screening. This study aimed to identify the relationship between cancer stigma and BSE among nurses. The study applied a cross-sectional analytic design. A total of 88 nurses were selected via random sampling. The Chi-square test was used to analyze the data. The results showed that there is a significant association between cancer stigma and BSE among nurses (p<0.001; α≤0.05). This finding implies that cancer stigma among nurses needs to be minimized to increase adherence to BSE. Programs for reducing cancer stigma can improve adherence to breast cancer screening methods.

A STUDY ON ATTITUDE TOWARDS AND PRACTICE OF BREAST SELF EXAMINATION AMONG FEMALE STUDENTS IN TELANGANA, INDIA.

Introduction: Breast Cancers are the most common cancers among women. Thus, early detection and proper intervention is essential. Regular breast self examination (BSE) is one among the three most recommended screening tests. BSE is an easy, non-invasive and self monitoring procedure.&#x0D; Consequently, this study was done with an aim to determine attitude towards BSE, evaluate number of females who used BSE and among them who did so correctly, and to create awareness about breast cancers.&#x0D; Methods: Questionnaire based, cross-sectional descriptive study conducted for a period of 2 months with a study population of 381 female undergraduate students.&#x0D; Results: Majority of respondents believed that BSE was an important tool to diagnose breast cancers (95.5%) and that early diagnosis by BSE would result in successful prevention and control (89.8%).&#x0D; Mere 17.6% stated that they performed regular BSE. Among them, conducting BSE with shoulders straight and hands on hips (60.3%), in lying down position (64.7%), standing position (67.6%) and during bath (61.8%) was done by many.&#x0D; Conclusions: Most of the respondents showed a positive attitude towards BSE but the practice of BSE was found to be poor. Majority of the practicing women used the right technique.&#x0D; Spreading awareness about the benefits and misconceptions about BSE would aid in improving practice of BSE.&#x0D; Key words: Health Behavior; Health promotion; Preventive Medicine; Public Health.

Assessment of Knowledge, Attitudes, and Behaviors of Turkish Women on Breast and Cervical Cancer in Karabük Province, Turkey

Breast and cervical cancer incidence and mortality among women have been increasing worldwide. This cross-sectional study aimed to evaluate women's knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors regarding breast and cervical cancers. The sample was composed of 507 women aged 18 years and older who were admitted to a primary health care center in Karabük, Turkey, from October to December 2019. The data was obtained using a questionnaire consisting of 34 questions regarding participants’ socio demographic characteristics, knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors toward breast and cervical cancers. The mean age of the participants was 41.3±12.0 years and 68.4% of them were married. Slightly more than seven in ten participants knew that the most common cancer in women was breast cancer. Almost six in ten knew that breast self-examination was the first method in the early diagnosis of breast cancer. Breast self examination practice was found to be significant among university graduates. Periodic mammography and pap smear screenings among participants were 21.9% and 23.3%, respectively. Only 3.4% of participants had received the HPV vaccine and there was no significant difference between socio-demographic characteris tics and HPV vaccination status (p-value &gt; 0.05). Participants had moderate knowledge about breast and cervical cancer. Access to cancer screening programs should be facilitated and increased, considering these cancers' public health importance.

A study to Assess the Various Risk Factors Associated with Breast Cancer Among Patients Attending KIMS and Cancer Hospital in Hubli

Background: Breast cancer is the most common cancer in females worldwide, and the second leading causeof cancer deaths in women. The incidence is on the rise in India, and is the second most common malignancyamong the Indian women.Objective : To assess the risk factors of breast cancer among the patients attending cancer OPD in KIMSand cancer Hospital, Navanagar in Hubli.Materials and Methods: A cross sectional study was conducted to assess the various risk factors associatedwith breast cancer among patients attending KIMS and Cancer hospital in Navanagar, Hubli from May toJune of 2014. A pre-designed, pre-tested and semi structure questionnaire was used to collect the data.Results: Breast cancer was common in the age group of 50-70yrs, 36% of patients attained menarche 12 months, 98% of patients were unaware of breast self examination.Conclusions: Awareness about symptoms of breast cancer and self examination of the breast were lackingin the study population. Health care personnel should be trained to spread the awareness of breast cancerin the community and to identify the vulnerable groups at the primary care settings itself. As majority ofthe risk factors for breast cancer are modifiable, prevention and early detection of these risk factors alongwith increase awareness amongs the population will have significant impact on the occurrence of the breastcancer.

Breast Self Examination: Knowledge and Practice of Young Female Students towards Breast Self Examination and Breast Cancer

Objective of the study is to assess the knowledge towards breast self-examination (BSE) of breasts among young adults in various districts of Sindh province in Pakistan. Descriptive cross sectional study design was used to conduct the study at Larkana. A total of 171 young female students participated in the study including students of matric, intermediate, undergraduate and postgraduate level. Participants were given a self-administered questionnaire designed to assess the knowledge of students towards SBE and Breast cancer. Data was analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistical tests in SPSS (Statistical Package for Social Sciences version 23.0). A total 171 young adults participated in the study. Only a 2.33% were married. Most of the participants (47.36%) had intermediate level education, 43.85% were undergraduate, 8.18% had a family member with breast cancer, 38.6% of the respondents didn’t know that breast cancer is the most fatal cancer in women all over the world. A 43.8% considered that family history as a risk factor for the breast cancer, 61.4% considered that pain in the breast is symptom for the breast cancer, 83.63% of participants didn’t know how to perform breast self-examination, 88.3% of the participants were not practicing self-breast examination. It was concluded that most of the young students in various districts of Sindh province in Pakistan do not have reasonable knowledge towards Self-breast examination and do not practice the same in routine life.

The Effect of a Training Program on Female Breast Self- Examination Knowledge and Practice among Al- Azhar University Students, Gaza Strip, Palestine

The Effect of a Training Program on Female Breast Self- Examination Knowledge and Practice among Al- Azhar University Students, Gaza Strip, Palestine

The Effect of a Training Program on Female Breast Self- Examination Knowledge and Practice among Al- Azhar University Students, Gaza Strip, Palestine

The Effect of a Training Program on Female Breast Self- Examination Knowledge and Practice among Al- Azhar University Students, Gaza Strip, Palestine

381 Poster - Feasibility and comparison study of augmented breast self examination vs. conventional breast self examination rural Indian women for early detection- results of POC study

381 Poster - Feasibility and comparison study of augmented breast self examination vs. conventional breast self examination rural Indian women for early detection- results of POC study

Breast self-examination: knowledge and practices among women in Sousse, Tunisia

Abstract Backgrounds and aims Breast cancer is a major public health problem. In Tunisia, breast cancer is the first leading cause of cancer-related deaths. Different organizations and professionals advise women to learn how to perform breast self-examination (BSE) so that they can detect the slightest change as soon as it intervenes. Objective This study aims to determine the prevalence of women performing breast self-examination and to evaluate their practices. Materials and Methods A cross-sectional descriptive study was performed about women's knowledge, attitude and practice of breast cancer screening and breast self-examination. The study was conducted in the Reproductive Health Center of Sousse spread over a period of 2 months (February, March 2018). Self administered questionnaires were distributed to women. Results The mean age of the participants was 34 years with extremes ranging from 18 to 64 years. 47% of women surveyed have already performed breast self examination at least once during the last year. 14% of participants practiced breast cancer screening less than once a year. The first source of learning for breast cancer screening was health professionals in 27% of cases. The score of the practice of women surveyed was average; mostly, women have intermediate results for the technique of self-examination breast. No woman had a score of 15/15. Conclusions A better education of the practice of self-examination is essential in order to improve the screening program for breast cancer. The role of the gynecologist, general practitioner or midwife is therefore essential in education and training. Key messages A better education of the practice of self-examination is essential in order to improve the screening program for breast cancer. The role of the gynecologist, general practitioner or midwife is therefore essential in education and training.

A quasi experimental study to assess the effectiveness of video assisted teaching on knowledge regarding breast self examination (bse) among women working in selected government school at Jaipur

A quasi experimental study to assess the effectiveness of video assisted teaching on knowledge regarding breast self examination (bse) among women working in selected government school at Jaipur

THE CORRELATION OF KNOWLEDGE ABOUT BREAST CANCER WITH EXAMINATION BEHAVIOR OF SELF BREAST EXAMINATION FOR FERTILE TIME WOMEN IN KURAHAN I, SANDEN BANTUL YOGYAKARTA

ABSTRACT&#x0D; Background: The incidence of breast cancer in Indonesia reaches 40 cases per 100,000 population. Early detection is a very important first step to determine the presence of a tumor or lump in the breast so that it can reduce the death rate. Knowledge is a factor that can shape the behavior of women of childbearing age to do Self Breast Examination (SADARI).&#x0D; Objective: To determine the relationship between knowledge about breast cancer and self breast examination behavior in Fertile Women in Kurahan I, Sanden Multigading, Bantul, Yogyakarta.&#x0D; Method: This study is a quantitative correlation with a cross sectional approach. The study population was 143 fertile women aged 15-49 years. The research sample of 59 respondents was determined by accidental sampling technique. The research instrument was a knowledge and behavior questionnaire about breast cancer. The data analysis techniques using Chi Square test.&#x0D; Results: Knowledge of breast cancer in women of childbearing age is in the sufficient category of 45.76%. The behavior about breast cancer in women of childbearing age is in the positive category of 69.49%. There is a correlation between knowledge and behavior about breast cancer in women of childbearing age based on the value of X2 count (24,126) &gt; X2 table (5,991) and the Sig. (0,000) &lt; α (0.05).&#x0D; Conclusion: There is a relationship between knowledge and behavior about breast cancer in women of childbearing age in the Kurahan 1, Murtigading, Sanden, Bantul, Yogyakarta.&#x0D;

Knowledge and Attitudes of Women Toward Breast Self-Examination in Hilla City: Application Health Belief Model

Background: Breast cancer in all parts of the world begins to be seen at about 20 years of age. Afterward, age specific incidence steadily rises until the menopause when geographic differences begin to be seen. In the developing world, a flattening and then a decline occur about 10–15 years after the menopause. In developed countries, the age specific incidence accelerates after the menopause, and at age 70 and above doubles that seen at 45–49 years old. Methodology: A descriptive design study was accomplished at teaching hospitals in Babylon province. The study aimed to assess the knowledge and attitudes of the women toward the breast self- examination by the application health belief model from 25th November/ 2018 to 13th June/ 2019. A non-probability “convenient sample” of (250) women were selected from outpatients of the main teaching hospitals of the hilla city. The researcher selected 10% from the number of visitors prior to the month of data collection from each of the three hospitals. Results: The results of the present study show that the demonstrates the distribution of women according to their knowledge about breast self-examination items. With regard to their knowledge reported (Do not know) that puberty as the age of initiation of BSE, it should be done monthly and it should be done five days after menses (59.1%),(61.6%),(70.8%) respectively. Item (1) only reported fair assessment. Conclusions:. Study focuses on clarifying the knowledge and attitudes of women regarding breast self examination according to health belief model in hilla city hospitals.

Breast self examination by female students of the universite officielle de ruwenzori, butembo city, democratic republic of Congo

ntroduction Breast self-examination is one of the most effective measures strongly recommended for the prevention of breast cancers by means of early detection. Material and method An institution and self-administered questionnaire based cross-sectional survey was conducted among female students of the Université Officielle de Ruwenzori (UOR), Butembo city, in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) during the academic period 2018 to 2019. Results 215 female students out of 358 were included (response rate: 60.00%). Age mean and median were 22.74 years (95%CI: 22.25-23.24) and 22.00 years respectively. Most of them belonged to Nande/Yira tribe (81.55%; 95%CI: 75.61%-86.31%), the Faculty of Medicine (56.34%; 95%CI: 49.55%-62.90%) and catholic religion (53.49%; 95%CI: 46.75%-60.11%). The absolute majority of them had a basic knowledge about breast self-examination (BSE) (79.44%; 95%CI: 73.45%-84.37%) while only a slight majority has performed BSE at least once (55.71%; 95%CI: 48.88%-62.34%). Only the course of study (Medicine), residence (Butembo city), having basic knowledge about breast cancers and BSE impacted significantly on practice of BSE (Pearson chi2 p-values of 0.028, 0.037, 0.003 and 0.000 respectively). Finally, logistic regressions showed that only basic knowledge about BSE was associated with its practice. The relationship was strong (OR: 6.641; 95%CI: 2.823-15.620). Conclusion The large majority of UOR’s female students have basic knowledge about breast cancers and BSE. However, this fact is not automatically translated in a good appropriate health behavior meaning BSE. More effective sensitization has to be done in order to fix this health problem.

A pre –experimental study to assess the effectiveness of structured teaching programe on knowledge regarding breast self examination among fmphw ist year students at ramzan institute of paramedical sciences, Gulshan Nagar, Nowgam Srinagar, Kashmir, India

According to the world cancer report 2017 about 5.37 lakh Indian women got Breast cancer in 2012 and was a leading cause of death among women between age group of 20 and 59 years worldwide. Among Kashmiri women breast cancer is the second leading cancer after esophageal cancer, with an incidence rate of 12.6 per 100,000 women. The study was conducted with the aim to assess the effectiveness of structured teaching programme on knowledge regarding breast self examination among FMPHW Ist year students at Ramzan institute of paramedical sciences, Gulshan nagar, Nowgam Srinagar Kashmir. A quantitative pre-experimental one group pre-test post-test design was adopted to assess the effectiveness of structured teaching programme on knowledge regarding breast self examination among FMPHW Ist year students at Ramzan institute of paramedical sciences, Gulshan nagar, Nowgam Srinagar Kashmir. Convenient sampling technique was used to collect data from FMPHW Ist year students using self administered structured knowledge questionnaire. The data was analysed using descriptive and inferential statistics and the results of the study revealed that there was significant difference between pre -test and post-test knowledge scores regarding breast self- examination among FMPHW Ist year students i:e the mean post-test knowledge score (31.9± 2.86) was higher than pre-test knowledge score (16.8 ± 3.50), which shows the effectiveness of structured teaching programme. Keywords: Structured teaching programme, FMPHW students, Knowledge, Breast Self Examination, Breast cancer

A Comprehensive Review on Plant derived Natural products for Diabetes and its complication as nephropathyA study to assess the effectiveness of informative booklet regarding knowledge of breast cancer and breast self-examination among the 2nd year B.Sc nu

Background: Breast cancer is the most common type of cancer in women and the second leading cause of cancer related death, next the lung cancer. If eight women live to the age of 85 year at list one of them will develop breast cancer in her life time. Two thirds of women diagnosed with breast cancer are over the age of 50 year. It is estimated that only 25%-30% of women perform breast self examination proficiently and regularly each month. Breast cancer is a common cause of cancer morbidity and mortality in women.&#x0D; Aims and objective: To assess the knowledge of 2nd year B.sc nursing students in Government College of nursing, Siddhpur. To determine the effectiveness of informative booklet among 2nd year b.sc nursing students in government college of nursing, Siddhpur. To find association between pre-test knowledge and post-test knowledge.&#x0D; Material and Methods: In the present study the investigator selected quasi-experimental research approach, single group pre-test and post-test design was used.35 students of 2nd year B.Sc. Nursing students of government college of Nursing, Siddhpur(Gujarat) selected by using purposive sampling technique. A structured questionnaire was used.&#x0D; Results: findings revealed that highest percentages (82.86%) were in the age group of 19- 20 year, and (11.43%) of them were in the age group of 20-21 years, (94.28%) were in the religions of Hindu and (2.86%) in the religions of Muslim and Christian. (100%) were had Higher Secondary education. (91.43%) were taking Vegetarian Diet and (8.57%) were taking mixed diet. (62.86%) are from Joint Family and (37.14%) are from Nuclear Family. Study findings revealed that The knowledge score of the sample show marked increase as seen in the post-test score of the experimental group, which indicate that the informative booklet is effective in increasing the knowledge of the sample regarding breast cancer and breast self examination.&#x0D; Keywords: Study, Assess, Effectiveness, Informative, Adolescent Girl, Knowledge, Breast Cancer, Breast Self Examination.

Abstract P6-11-22: Reasons for advanced presentation of breast cancer: Results from a referral center in India

Abstract Introduction: Breast cancer (BC) is the commonest malignancy with increasing incidence rates amongst women worldwide. Morbidity and mortality from BC remains high due to presentation at an advanced stage. A period of more than 3 months between noticing the first symptom and &amp;gt;1 month between presentation at a health facility and initiation of treatment is considered a delay in BC management. This study aims to study the perceived reasons for advanced stage of breast cancer (stage 2b and beyond) at initiation of treatment as per standard of care. Materials and Methods A self designed structured questionnaire was administered to 625 BC patients at initiation of treatment between January 2016 and June 2019 at a tertiary referral center catering to all strata of society in north India. The questionnaire contained questions pertaining to socio demographic profile, knowledge and awareness of BC, clinical parameters and perceived reasons for delay. Previous medical records were reviewed to reduce recall bias. Patient staged with BC stage 2b and beyond were analyzed. Statistical analysis was done using SPSS software (ver 23) Results: The mean age of cohort was - 44 years, Females comprised 98.8%. Stage at presentation -(Stage 1 - 4%, 2a- 14%, 2b- 16%, 3 - 51%, 4- 15%). 36% of patients were &amp;lt;40 years at presentation. 82% patients presented at stages 2b and beyond. 70% of the patient presenting at stages 2B and beyond had a delay in presentation. 30 % of the patient had no delay yet presented at a advanced stage. This may be attributed to the biology of the disease. On further analyzing cohort of patients who had delay in presentation - 73% were illiterate(47%)or did not receive education beyond school. 88% belonged to lower middle, upper lower or lower socio economic class. 84% had a rural background.Married women were more likely to have delay compared to unmarked women (65% vs. 45%). 40% of the patient were not aware about BC. Only 64% of those aware of BC had breast self examination awareness (BSE) and of these only 14 % routinely performed BSE. 60% patients thought that complaint would be self limiting. 77% of patients sought medical consultation for worsening or persistence of symptoms. 76% approached a local practioner. 19% sought their first consultation from a quack and 25% from alternative medicine practioner.10% patient presented directly to our hospital. 60% were not offered any investigation at first consultation and 12% underwent triple assessment. Multiple consultations was sought in 2/3rds of the patient before start of definitive treatment. 57% of patient sought alternative treatment at some stage. In more than 80% of the patents the diagnosis of benign etiology was made at the first consultation. 38% had a diagnosis of BC at the time of referral to our hospital. Misdiagnosis at first consultation was the most frequent perceived barrier observation from patients’ perspective (41.4%). About 14% opined that delays in specialist referral from first contact practitioner resulted in delay, followed by distance travelled to avail expert services (15%), lack of information about available health facilities (11.3%). Financial issues, waiting periods at hospitals and absence of female doctors were other observed barriers. Conclusions: The perceived reasons for delay and advanced presentation were found to be. 1. Poor awareness of Breast Cancer amongst general population. 2. Illitracy, remoteness for health care facilities from residence, poor social support contribute to late presentation. 3. Quacks and practioners of alternative medicine are the point of first contact for a segment of the population and may contribute to delay in initiation of optimum treatment. 4. Treatment protocols as per standard of care is not universal amongst practioners of modern medicine. Citation Format: Anand K Mishra, Pooja Ramakant, Kul Ranjan Singh, Chanchal Rana, Shreyamsa Manjunath. Reasons for advanced presentation of breast cancer: Results from a referral center in India [abstract]. In: Proceedings of the 2019 San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium; 2019 Dec 10-14; San Antonio, TX. Philadelphia (PA): AACR; Cancer Res 2020;80(4 Suppl):Abstract nr P6-11-22.

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OBSERVATION ON BREAST SELF EXAMINATION (BSE) FOR EARLY DETECTION OF BREAST CANCER IN STUDENTS AT HEALTH FACULTY OF MH. THAMRIN UNIVERSITY

The prevalence of cancer had increased in the last five years. According to the Basic Health Research (Riskesdas) in 2018, the prevalence of cancer in Indonesia reaches 1.79 of 1000 population, up from 2013 as many as 1.4 of 1000 population. The study aimed to describe Breast Self Examination (BSE) for Early Detection of Breast Cancer. Study Stages (i) preparation: disseminating questionnaires through Google form, (b) identifying respondents who have done and never conducted with BSE (c) determining population (d) sampling. Stage (ii) implementation: data collection using a questionnaire and checklist. Stage (iii) Analysis bivariate with Chi-square. Respondents in this study were 100 people. The result of this study that respondents whom BSE Practice well 42% and poorly 58% and there is a significant relationship between information exposure to BSE Practice. Keywords : Behaviour, Practice, Breast Self Examination (BSE)