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Hall R, Spencer AE, Lloyd A, Hamilton W, Medina-Lara A. Exploring public preferences and demand for ovarian cancer screening: a discrete choice experiment. Front Oncol 2025; 15:1467457. [PMID: 40342819 PMCID: PMC12058507 DOI: 10.3389/fonc.2025.1467457] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/30/2024] [Accepted: 02/24/2025] [Indexed: 05/11/2025] Open
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Introduction Routine population-level screening may in the future reduce the high mortality rates associated with late-stage ovarian cancer diagnosis. However, the voluntary nature of screening means that understanding the public's acceptability of the benefits, harms and likely uptake of any potential screening programme is crucial to implementation. Objective To measure public preferences towards the benefits and harms of a potential screening programme and to predict uptake. Methods An online Discrete Choice Experiment was completed by 250 women 40-80 years old in England and Wales. Subjects were asked 12 questions where they were asked to choose between two hypothetical screening tests described in terms of four attributes; ovarian cancer deaths, false-positive, false-negative and overdiagnosis rates, and no screening. Responses were analysed using mixed logit regression. Results In total, 250 women completed the survey. Ovarian cancer deaths (0.42, [95% CI: 0.40 - 0.44]) was the most important attribute overall, followed by the rate of false positive results (0.30, [95% CI: 0.30-0.30]). However, there were high levels of heterogeneity with individuals exhibiting low levels of worry about ovarian cancer (OR=1.76 [95% CI: 1.17-2.69]), low perceived risk of ovarian cancer (OR=1.44 [95% 1.03-2.03]) or risk-averse individuals (OR=1.46 [95% CI: 1.05-2.04]) significantly more likely to opt for the no screening alternative. Oppositely, individuals who regularly participate in cervical screening (OR=0.63 [0.47-0.90]) were less likely to opt for no screening. Overall, results indicated participants would be willing to accept 2.59 (95% CI: 1.82 - 3.36) false-negative results, 205 (95% CI: 161 - 248) false-positive results and 2.35 (95% CI: 1.76-2.94) per 10,000 people screened to avoid 1 ovarian cancer-related death. Uptake analysis confirmed a high willingness to undergo screening across varying levels of benefits and harms. Conclusions Currently ovarian cancer screening is not recommended as available screening methods do not offer benefits in terms of mortality reduction. The results of this study demonstrate a high demand for ovarian cancer screening and a willingness to trade between the benefits and risks of a potential test. Results of this study provide a useful resource for assessing the acceptability of future screening modalities which may become available.
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- University of Exeter Medical School, University of Exeter,
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Khuwaja G, Ansari MS, Javed S, Ahsan W, Makeen H, Zoghebi K, Najmi A, Khardali A, Qramish AN, Ageeli KA. Assessment of knowledge and awareness about ovarian cancer and its risk factors among women in Jazan, Saudi Arabia: a cross-sectional study. Saudi Pharm J 2025; 33:1. [PMID: 40397240 DOI: 10.1007/s44446-025-00002-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/30/2025] [Accepted: 03/09/2025] [Indexed: 05/22/2025] Open
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Ovarian cancer (OC) is the fourth leading cancer form in Jazan, Saudi Arabia. However, limited awareness and delayed healthcare-seeking behaviors might negatively impact screening uptake and early diagnosis. This study aimed to assess awareness and knowledge of OC, and related risk factors among the female population of Jazan region, Saudi Arabia. A cross-sectional web-based survey was conducted asking questions about the general awareness, knowledge, and awareness of risk factors associated with OC using a self-administered questionnaire. Descriptive statistics, chi-square tests, and Pearson's correlation analysis were used to analyze the data and a p ≤ 0.05 was considered statistically significant. Of the 465 participants, 433 completed the questionnaire (response rate = 93%). Internal reliability of questionnaire sections was found acceptable (Cronbach's alpha = 0.794, 0.738, and 0.816). Alarmingly, a significant majority of respondents exhibited poor general awareness (85%), poor knowledge (89.1%), and poor awareness of risk factors (86.1%). Only a small tested population showed good to moderate awareness (14.9%), knowledge (10.9%), and awareness of risk factors (13.8%). Significant positive correlations were observed between OC awareness and knowledge (r = 0.60, p < 0.01), OC awareness and risk factor awareness (r = 0.515, p < 0.01), as well as between knowledge and risk factor awareness (r = 0.634, p < 0.01). Limited awareness of OC and its risk factors were noted in the women population of Jazan region which highlights the importance and critical need for targeted educational initiatives aimed to improve the general public understanding and to promote preventive and screening measures.
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- Gulrana Khuwaja
- Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry and Pharmacognosy, College of Pharmacy, Jazan University, P. Box No. 114, Jazan, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Computer Science and Engineering, School of Engineering, Eklavya University, Damoh, Madhya Pradesh, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, College of Pharmacy, Jazan University, P. Box No. 114, Jazan, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry and Pharmacognosy, College of Pharmacy, Jazan University, P. Box No. 114, Jazan, Saudi Arabia.
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- Department of Clinical Pharmacy, College of Pharmacy, Jazan University, P. Box No. 114, Jazan, Saudi Arabia.
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry and Pharmacognosy, College of Pharmacy, Jazan University, P. Box No. 114, Jazan, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry and Pharmacognosy, College of Pharmacy, Jazan University, P. Box No. 114, Jazan, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Clinical Pharmacy, College of Pharmacy, Jazan University, P. Box No. 114, Jazan, Saudi Arabia
- Pharmacy Practice Research Unit, College of Pharmacy, Jazan University, P. Box No. 114, Jazan, Saudi Arabia
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- Pharm. D. Student, College of Pharmacy, Jazan University, P. Box No. 114, Jazan, Saudi Arabia
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- Pharmaceutical Care Administration, Armed Forces Hospital Southern Region, Khamis Mushait, Saudi Arabia
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Hong MK, Ding DC. Early Diagnosis of Ovarian Cancer: A Comprehensive Review of the Advances, Challenges, and Future Directions. Diagnostics (Basel) 2025; 15:406. [PMID: 40002556 PMCID: PMC11854769 DOI: 10.3390/diagnostics15040406] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/22/2025] [Accepted: 02/07/2025] [Indexed: 02/27/2025] Open
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Ovarian cancer (OC), the seventh most common cancer in women and the most lethal gynecological malignancy, is a significant global health challenge, with >324,000 new cases and >200,000 deaths being reported annually. OC is characterized by late-stage diagnosis, a poor prognosis, and 5-year survival rates ranging from 93% (early stage) to 20% (advanced stage). Despite advances in genomics and proteomics, effective early-stage diagnostic tools and population-wide screening strategies remain elusive, contributing to high mortality rates. The complex pathogenesis of OC involves diverse histological subtypes and genetic predispositions, including BRCA1/2 mutations; notably, a considerable proportion of OC cases have a hereditary component. Current diagnostic modalities, including imaging techniques (transvaginal ultrasound, computed/positron emission tomography, and magnetic resonance imaging) and biomarkers (CA-125 and human epididymis protein 4), with varying degrees of sensitivity and specificity, have limited efficacy in detecting early-stage OC. Emerging technologies, such as liquid biopsy, multiomics, and artificial intelligence (AI)-assisted diagnostics, may enhance early detection. Liquid biopsies using circulating tumor DNA and microRNAs are popular minimally invasive diagnostic tools. Integrated multiomics has advanced biomarker discovery. AI algorithms have improved imaging interpretation and risk prediction. Novel screening methods including organoids and multiplex panels are being explored to overcome current diagnostic limitations. This review highlights the critical need for continued research and innovation to enhance early diagnosis, reduce mortality, and improve patient outcomes in OC and posits personalized medicine, integrated emerging technologies, and targeted global initiatives and collaborative efforts, which address care access disparities and promote cost-effective, scalable screening strategies, as potential tools to combat OC.
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- Mun-Kun Hong
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Hualien Tzu Chi Hospital, Buddhist Tzu Chi Medical Foundation, Tzu Chi University, Hualien 970, Taiwan;
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Hualien Tzu Chi Hospital, Buddhist Tzu Chi Medical Foundation, Tzu Chi University, Hualien 970, Taiwan;
- Institute of Medical Sciences, Tzu Chi University, Hualien 970, Taiwan
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Li M, Ni P, Zuo T, Liu Y, Zhu B. Cancer literacy differences of basic knowledge, prevention, early detection, treatment and recovery: a cross-sectional study of urban and rural residents in Northeast China. Front Public Health 2024; 12:1367947. [PMID: 38807994 PMCID: PMC11130368 DOI: 10.3389/fpubh.2024.1367947] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/09/2024] [Accepted: 05/01/2024] [Indexed: 05/30/2024] Open
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Background Cancer literacy as a potential health intervention tool directly impacted the success of cancer prevention and treatment initiatives. This study aimed to evaluate the cancer literacy in Northeast China, and explore the factors contributing to urban-rural disparities. Methods A cross-sectional survey was conducted in 14 cities across Liaoning Province, China, from August to October 2021, using the multistage probability proportional to size sampling (PPS) method. The survey comprised 4,325 participants aged 15-69 and encompassed 37 core knowledge-based questions spanning five dimensions. Associations between sociodemographic factors and the cancer literacy rate were evaluated using chi-square tests and multivariate logistic regression model. Results The overall cancer literacy rate was 66.9% (95% CI: 65.6-68.2%). In the primary indicators, cancer literacy were highest in treatment (75.8, 95% CI: 74.2-77.4%) and early detection (68.2, 95% CI: 66.8-69.6%), followed by basic knowledge (67.2, 95% CI: 65.8-68.6%), recovery (62.6, 95% CI: 60.7-64.5%) and prevention (59.7, 95% CI: 58.2-61.3%). Regarding secondary indicators, the awareness rates regarding cancer-related risk factors (54.7, 95% CI: 52.8-56.5%) and early diagnosis of cancer (54.6, 95% CI: 52.7-56.6%) were notably inadequate. Rural participates exhibited lower cancer literacy across all dimensions compared to urban. Multi-factor analysis showed that factors such as advanced age, limited education or low household income were barriers to health literacy in rural areas. Conclusion Strengthening awareness concerning prevention and early detection, particularly among key populations, and bridging the urban-rural cancer literacy gap are imperative steps toward achieving the Healthy China 2030 target.
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- Mengdan Li
- Liaoning Office for Cancer Prevention and Control, Cancer Hospital of China Medical University, Liaoning Cancer Hospital & Institute, Shenyang, China
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- Liaoning Office for Cancer Prevention and Control, Cancer Hospital of China Medical University, Liaoning Cancer Hospital & Institute, Shenyang, China
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- Liaoning Office for Cancer Prevention and Control, Cancer Hospital of China Medical University, Liaoning Cancer Hospital & Institute, Shenyang, China
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- National Cancer Center/National Clinical Research Center for Cancer/Cancer Hospital & Shenzhen Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Shenzhen, China
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- Liaoning Office for Cancer Prevention and Control, Cancer Hospital of China Medical University, Liaoning Cancer Hospital & Institute, Shenyang, China
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Ugurlu M, Aydin R, Sahan FU, Vural G. Ovarian cancer awareness of women in Turkey: A cross-sectional study. Public Health Nurs 2024; 41:535-542. [PMID: 38482964 DOI: 10.1111/phn.13306] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/10/2023] [Revised: 02/05/2024] [Accepted: 02/26/2024] [Indexed: 04/16/2024]
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PURPOSE Early diagnosis of ovarian cancer (OC) increases survival rates; however, due to low awareness levels, women may be diagnosed with OC at the advanced stage. The aim of this cross-sectional study is to reveal the OC awareness of Turkish women and affecting factors. METHODS Participants were invited to study via social media tools between February-June 2022. Data was collected with Personal Information Form and the "OC Awareness Scale" from 446 women. RESULTS 81% of the participants did not recall OC symptoms, 80.8% recognized OC risk factors. The most frequently recalled and recognized OC symptom is pelvic pain (19.8%; 55.8%, respectively). The most frequently recalled and recognized OC risk factors were smoking (43.1%, 67.9%, respectively) and family history (39%, 58.7%, respectively). 2% of the participants felt very confident in recognizing the signs, 72.9% would seek help within 1-2 days when they recognized the signs of OC. CONCLUSIONS The awareness of OC was higher among women who had advanced age, higher education, family history and were in menopause. Turkish women have low level of awareness and knowledge about OC symptoms and risk factors. There is an urgent need for an OC awareness campaign that takes into account the socio-demographic characteristics of women. The results of the study may also guide strategies to prevent OC.
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- Meltem Ugurlu
- Health Sciences Faculty of Gulhane, Midwifery Department, University of Health Sciences Turkey, Etlik, Keçiören, Ankara, Turkey
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- Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics Nursing, Health Sciences Faculty, Ondokuz Mayıs University, Atakum, Turkey
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecologic Nursing, Faculty of Nursing, Hacettepe University, Sıhhıye, Ankara, Turkey
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- Department of Nursing, Faculty of Health Sciences, Atılım University, Ankara, Turkey
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Papalois KB, Fotopoulou C. Infrastructural and public health awareness gaps for the diagnosis and treatment of ovarian cancer: A literature review. Arch Gynecol Obstet 2024; 309:1807-1813. [PMID: 38413425 DOI: 10.1007/s00404-024-07371-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/27/2023] [Accepted: 01/02/2024] [Indexed: 02/29/2024]
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Ovarian cancer (OC) is the sixth most common cancer in women. This literature review and thematic analysis presents gaps in Health Literacy including public knowledge on symptoms, risk, and screening for OC. We have identified a strong variation in national and international Healthcare Infrastructure, and access to specialized care, and treatment guidelines; all inequalities that have a direct impact on patient prognosis and survival. Promoting health behaviors such as self-efficacy, signposting, and regular surveying have the potential to improve health literacy and patient outcomes. Furthermore, increased funding, access to high-volume centers, and homogenization of treatment guidelines may reduce inequalities and improve prognosis.
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- Department of Gynaecologic Oncology, Imperial College London Faculty of Medicine, London, UK
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Elshami M, Tuffaha A, Yaseen A, Alser M, Al-Slaibi I, Jabr H, Ubaiat S, Khader S, Khraishi R, Jaber I, Abu Arafeh Z, Al-Madhoun S, Alqattaa A, Abd El Hadi A, Barhoush O, Hijazy M, Eleyan T, Alser A, Abu Hziema A, Shatat A, Almakhtoob F, Mohamad B, Farhat W, Abuamra Y, Mousa H, Adawi R, Musallam A, Abu-El-Noor N, Bottcher B. Awareness of ovarian cancer risk and protective factors: A national cross-sectional study from Palestine. PLoS One 2022; 17:e0265452. [PMID: 35312720 PMCID: PMC8936444 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0265452] [Citation(s) in RCA: 23] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/09/2021] [Accepted: 03/01/2022] [Indexed: 12/24/2022] Open
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INTRODUCTION Having a good awareness of ovarian cancer (OC) risk and protective factors could facilitate early diagnosis. This study aimed to assess Palestinian women's awareness about OC risk and protective factors and to identify the factors associated with having good awareness. METHODS A cross-sectional study was conducted from July 2019 to March 2020 in the two main areas of Palestine: the West Bank and Jerusalem (WBJ) and the Gaza Strip. A translated-into-Arabic version of the validated OC awareness measure was utilized. Adult women attending hospitals, primary healthcare centers, and public spaces at 11 governorates were invited to participate. The awareness level was categorized based on the number of factors recognized: poor (0 to 5), fair (6 to 10) and good (11 to 15). RESULTS Of the 6095 women approached, 5618 agreed and completed the questionnaire (response rate = 92.1%). The final analysis included 5411 questionnaires. The most identified modifiable OC risk factor was 'being a smoker' (n = 4024, 74.4%), whereas the least identified was 'having in vitro fertilization treatment' (n = 1652, 30.5%). The most identified non-modifiable OC risk factor was 'having ovarian cysts' (n = 3136, 58.0%), whereas the least identified was 'having endometriosis' (n = 1880, 34.7%). The most identified OC protective factor was 'breastfeeding' (n = 4770, 88.2%), whereas the least identified was 'using the pill for a long time' (n = 930, 17.2%). Only 820 women (15.2%) displayed good awareness of OC risk and protective factors. Women from the Gaza Strip were slightly more likely than women from the WBJ to have good awareness (16.4% vs. 14.2%). In contrast, post-secondary education, higher monthly income, being married, and knowing someone with cancer were associated with an increase in the likelihood of displaying good awareness. CONCLUSION The overall awareness of OC risk and protective factors in this study was low. Educational interventions are needed to improve Palestinian women's awareness.
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- Mohamedraed Elshami
- Division of Surgical Oncology, Department of Surgery, University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center, Cleveland, OH, United States of America
- Ministry of Health, Gaza, Palestine
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- Faculty of Medicine, An-Najah National University, Nablus, Palestine
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- Faculty of Medicine, Al-Quds University, Jerusalem, Palestine
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- Faculty of Medicine, Islamic University of Gaza, Gaza, Palestine
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- Faculty of Medicine, Al-Quds University, Bethlehem, Palestine
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- Faculty of Medicine, Al-Quds University, Jerusalem, Palestine
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- Faculty of Medicine, An-Najah National University, Nablus, Palestine
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- Faculty of Medicine, Al-Quds University, Jerusalem, Palestine
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- Faculty of Medicine, Islamic University of Gaza, Gaza, Palestine
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- Faculty of Medicine, Al-Quds University, Jerusalem, Palestine
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- Faculty of Medicine, Islamic University of Gaza, Gaza, Palestine
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- Faculty of Medicine, Al-Quds University, Jerusalem, Palestine
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- Faculty of Medicine, Islamic University of Gaza, Gaza, Palestine
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- Faculty of Medicine, Islamic University of Gaza, Gaza, Palestine
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- Faculty of Medicine, Al-Quds University, Jenin, Palestine
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- Faculty of Medicine, Al-Azhar university-Gaza, Gaza, Palestine
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- Faculty of Medicine, Islamic University of Gaza, Gaza, Palestine
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- Faculty of Medicine, Al-Quds University, Jerusalem, Palestine
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- Faculty of Medicine, Islamic University of Gaza, Gaza, Palestine
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Öztürk R, Bakir S, Kazankaya F, Paker S, Ertem G. Awareness about Gynecologic Cancers and Related Factors among Healthy Women: A Cross-Sectional Study. SOCIAL WORK IN PUBLIC HEALTH 2021; 36:847-856. [PMID: 34433370 DOI: 10.1080/19371918.2021.1965936] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/13/2023]
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The risk of cancer-related mortality and morbidity decreases when women are aware of the risk factors for gynecologic cancers and implement strategies such as attending relevant early screening programs. This cross-sectional study conducted between August 2017 and August 2018 at a public hospital in Turkey aimed to determine the awareness about gynecologic cancers among healthy women by utilized the Krieger's ecosocial theory as a framework for the study. The study included 554 Turkish women aged 18-65 years. Data were collected using the Gynecological Cancer Awareness Scale (GCAS) and a questionnaire designed in this study. Significant differences were noted between the average GCAS score and variables such as the amount of menstrual bleeding, entering menopause, a history of reproductive system disease, regular gynecological examination (including Pap test), regular vaginal self-examination, sexually transmitted infections (STIs), genital hygiene behavior, the fear of having cancer, having knowledge about cancer, and requiring information about cancer (p < .05). Despite the high level of awareness about gynecologic cancer among these women, the lack of proper knowledge and preventive measures was high. Having knowledge about gynecologic cancers results in increased awareness; however, the level of knowledge is not sufficient to prevent gynecologic cancers, which shows the need for sufficient and effective cancer screening and education programs.
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- Ruşen Öztürk
- Department of Women Health and Diseases Nursing, Ege University Faculty of Nursing, Izmir, Turkey
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- Department of Women Health and Diseases Nursing, Ege University Faculty of Nursing, Izmir, Turkey
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- Department of Women Health and Diseases Nursing, Ege University Faculty of Nursing, Izmir, Turkey
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- Department of Women Health and Diseases Nursing, Ege University Faculty of Nursing, Izmir, Turkey
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- Department of Women Health and Diseases Nursing, Ege University Faculty of Nursing, Izmir, Turkey
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Teskereci G, Arslan ÜÖ, Öncel S. The awareness levels of women for gynecologic cancer in Turkey: A cross-sectional study. Int J Gynaecol Obstet 2021; 156:539-545. [PMID: 34002854 DOI: 10.1002/ijgo.13745] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/27/2021] [Revised: 04/28/2021] [Accepted: 05/14/2021] [Indexed: 11/07/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To investigate the awareness levels of women for gynecologic cancers and the affecting factors. METHODS This descriptive and cross-sectional study was conducted with 321 women. Data were collected using a Personal Information Form and the Gynecologic Cancer Awareness Scale (GCAS). RESULTS The women's mean score (± standard deviation) on the GCAS was 151.08 ± 3.84. It was determined that the awareness of gynecologic cancer in the women who had undergone gynecologic examination and cervical smear test was higher than in other women. It was also determined that the level of education and income level, the status of having gynecologic examination and operation, and the wanting to get information about gynecologic cancer were not found to affect awareness of gynecologic cancers. The gynecologic cancer awareness of the women increased with the increase in age. It was found that there was no statistically significant relationship between the years of marriage, gravida, and the number of children, and the total GCAS score. CONCLUSION Although the gynecologic cancer awareness levels of the participants were high, they were not at the intended level. Education including early diagnosis, risk factors, and symptoms should be provided to women to increase their awareness of gynecologic cancer.
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- Gamze Teskereci
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecologic Nursing, Akdeniz University Kumluca Health Science Faculty, Antalya, Turkey
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- Fundamentals of Nursing Department, Akdeniz University Kumluca Health Science Faculty, Antalya, Turkey
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- Department of Public Health Nursing, Akdeniz University Nursing Faculty, Antalya, Turkey
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KHAZAEI ZAHER, NAMAYANDEH SEYEDEHMAHDIEH, BEIRANVAND REZA, NAEMI HASAN, BECHASHK SEYYEDEMARYAM, GOODARZI ELHAM. Worldwide incidence and mortality of ovarian cancer and Human Development Index (HDI): GLOBOCAN sources and methods 2018. JOURNAL OF PREVENTIVE MEDICINE AND HYGIENE 2021; 62:E174-E184. [PMID: 34322634 PMCID: PMC8283651 DOI: 10.15167/2421-4248/jpmh2021.62.1.1606] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/25/2020] [Accepted: 01/27/2021] [Indexed: 12/29/2022]
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Objective Ovarian cancer is known as the seventh most common cancer among women, accounting for about 4% of all cancers associated with the females. Method This is a descriptive cross-sectional study based on cancer incidence data and cancer mortality rates from the Global Cancer Data in 2018. The incidence and mortality rates were estimated and ovarian cancer distribution maps for world countries were drawn. To analyze data, correlation and regression tests were used to evaluate association between its incidence and mortality with human development index (HDI) Results Results revealed a direct and significant correlation between ovarian cancer incidence (R = 0.409, P < 0.0001) and mortality (R = 0.193, P < 0.05) with HDI. It also projected a direct and significant correlation between incidence with Gross National Income per 1,000 capita (GNI), mean years of schooling (MYS), life expectancy at birth (LEB) and expected years of schooling (EYS) (P < 0.0001). The findings also demonstrated a direct and significant correlation between mortality and GNI, MYS, LEB as well as EYS (P < 0.05). The linear regression model showed that a higher MYS [B = 0.2, CI 95%: (-0.03, 0.5)] can significantly augment the incidence of ovarian cancer while an increased MYS [B = 0.2, CI 95% (0.03, 0.4)] can induce mortality. Conclusions Given the direct and significant correlation between ovarian cancer incidence and mortality with HDI, attention to risk factors in these countries can be effective in curbing its incidence and mortality.
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- ZAHER KHAZAEI
- Nahavand Paramedical School, Hamadan University of Medical Sciences, Hamadan, Iran
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- Research Center for Health Technology Assessment and Medical Informatics, School of Public Health, Shahid Sadoughi University of Medical Sciences, Yazd, Iran
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- Department of Epidemiology, School of Public Health, Ilam University of Medical Sciences, Ilam, Iran
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- Student Research Committee, Dezful University of Medical Sciences, Dezful, Iran
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- Iranian Research Center on Healthy Aging, Sabzevar University of Medical Sciences, Sabzevar, Iran
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- Social Determinants of Health Research Center, Lorestan University of Medical Sciences, Khorramabad, Iran
- Correspondence: Elham Goodarzi, Social Determinants of Health Research Center, Lorestan University of Medical Sciences, Khorramabad, Iran - Tel. +98 9168656673 - E-mail:
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Özcan H, Demir Doğan M. Gynecological Cancer Awareness Among Women. INDIAN JOURNAL OF GYNECOLOGIC ONCOLOGY 2021; 19:13. [DOI: 10.1007/s40944-020-00481-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/09/2020] [Revised: 11/12/2020] [Accepted: 11/23/2020] [Indexed: 01/02/2023]
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Macdonald C, Mazza D, Hickey M, Hunter M, Keogh LA, Investigators KC, Jones SC, Saunders C, Nesci S, Milne RL, McLachlan SA, Hopper JL, Friedlander ML, Emery J, Phillips KA. Motivators of Inappropriate Ovarian Cancer Screening: A Survey of Women and Their Clinicians. JNCI Cancer Spectr 2021; 5:pkaa110. [PMID: 33554034 PMCID: PMC7853181 DOI: 10.1093/jncics/pkaa110] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/24/2020] [Revised: 09/22/2020] [Accepted: 10/08/2020] [Indexed: 12/25/2022] Open
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Background This study examined why women and doctors screen for ovarian cancer (OC) contrary to guidelines. Methods Surveys, based on the Theoretical Domains Framework, were sent to women in the Kathleen Cuningham Foundation Consortium for Research into Familial Breast Cancer and family physicians and gynecologists who organized their screening. Results Of 1264 Kathleen Cuningham Foundation Consortium for Research into Familial Breast Cancer women, 832 (65.8%) responded. In the past 2 years, 126 (15.1%) had screened. Most of these (n = 101, 80.2%) would continue even if their doctor told them it is ineffective. For women, key OC screening motivators operated in the domains of social role and goals (staying healthy for family, 93.9%), emotion and reinforcement (peace of mind, 93.1%), and beliefs about capabilities (tests are easy to have, 91.9%). Of 531 clinicians 252 (47.5%) responded; a minority (family physicians 45.8%, gynecologists 16.7%) thought OC screening was useful. For gynecologists, the main motivators of OC screening operated in the domains of environmental context (lack of other screening options, 27.6%), and emotion (patient peace of mind, 17.2%; difficulty discontinuing screening, 13.8%). For family physicians,, the strongest motivators were in the domains of social influence (women ask for these tests, 20.7%), goals (a chance these tests will detect cancer early, 16.4%), emotion (patient peace of mind, 13.8%), and environmental context (no other OC screening options, 11.2%). Conclusion Reasons for OC screening are mostly patient driven. Clinician knowledge and practice are discordant. Motivators of OC screening encompass several domains, which could be targeted in interventions to reduce inappropriate OC screening.
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- Courtney Macdonald
- Department of Medical Oncology, Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
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- Department of General Practice, Monash University, Melbourne, Australia
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, University of Melbourne and the Royal Women's Hospital, Melbourne, Australia
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- Centre for Biostatistics and Clinical Trials, Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre, Melbourne, Australia
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- Centre for Health Equity, Melbourne School of Population and Global Health, University of Melbourne, Melbourne, Australia
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- Sir Peter MacCallum Department of Oncology, University of Melbourne, Melbourne, Australia
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- ACU Engagement, Australian Catholic University, Melbourne, Australia
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- Department of Medical Oncology, Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
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- Centre for Epidemiology and Biostatistics, Melbourne School of Population and Global Health, University of Melbourne, Melbourne, Australia
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- Department of Medicine, St Vincent's Hospital, University of Melbourne, Melbourne, Australia
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- Centre for Epidemiology and Biostatistics, Melbourne School of Population and Global Health, University of Melbourne, Melbourne, Australia
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- Department of General Practice and Centre for Cancer Research, University of Melbourne, Victorian Comprehensive Cancer Centre, Melbourne, Australia
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- Department of Medical Oncology, Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
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Li H, Zeng H, Zheng R, Zou X, Cao M, Sun D, Zhou J, Luo P, Jia S, Zha Z, Wang J, Ma H, Sun X, Cao X, Feng S, Fan L, Shi J, Chen W. Association of cancer awareness levels with the risk of cancer in rural China: A population‐based cohort study. Cancer 2020; 126:4563-4571. [PMID: 32780477 DOI: 10.1002/cncr.33029] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/04/2019] [Revised: 02/27/2020] [Accepted: 02/28/2020] [Indexed: 12/24/2022]
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- He Li
- National Cancer CenterNational Clinical Research Center for Cancer, Cancer Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College Beijing China
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- National Cancer CenterNational Clinical Research Center for Cancer, Cancer Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College Beijing China
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- National Cancer CenterNational Clinical Research Center for Cancer, Cancer Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College Beijing China
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- National Cancer CenterNational Clinical Research Center for Cancer, Cancer Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College Beijing China
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- National Cancer CenterNational Clinical Research Center for Cancer, Cancer Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College Beijing China
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- National Cancer CenterNational Clinical Research Center for Cancer, Cancer Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College Beijing China
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- Jiangsu Provincial Center for Disease Control and Prevention Nanjing China
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- Jiangsu Provincial Center for Disease Control and Prevention Nanjing China
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- Anhui Provincial Center for Disease Control and Prevention Hefei China
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- Anhui Provincial Center for Disease Control and Prevention Hefei China
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- Shandong Cancer Hospital and Institute Shandong First Medical University and Shandong Academy of Medical Sciences Jinan China
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- Shandong Cancer Hospital and Institute Shandong First Medical University and Shandong Academy of Medical Sciences Jinan China
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- Department of Cancer Epidemiology Henan Office for Cancer Control and ResearchThe Affiliated Cancer Hospital of Zhengzhou UniversityHenan Cancer Hospital Zhengzhou China
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- Department of Cancer Epidemiology Henan Office for Cancer Control and ResearchThe Affiliated Cancer Hospital of Zhengzhou UniversityHenan Cancer Hospital Zhengzhou China
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- Henan Provincial Center for Disease Control and Prevention Zhengzhou China
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- Henan Provincial Center for Disease Control and Prevention Zhengzhou China
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- National Cancer CenterNational Clinical Research Center for Cancer, Cancer Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College Beijing China
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- National Cancer CenterNational Clinical Research Center for Cancer, Cancer Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College Beijing China
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Izuka E, Nwafor O, Enebe J, Ofor I, Obiora-Izuka C, Nwagha U. Predictors of female health care providers' knowledge on symptoms and risk factors of ovarian cancer: A tertiary health care institutional based cross-sectional study. NIGERIAN JOURNAL OF MEDICINE 2020. [DOI: 10.4103/njm.njm_147_20] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/04/2022] Open
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Levine D, Patel MD, Suh-Burgmann EJ, Andreotti RF, Benacerraf BR, Benson CB, Brewster WR, Coleman BG, Doubilet PM, Goldstein SR, Hamper UM, Hecht JL, Horrow MM, Hur HC, Marnach ML, Pavlik E, Platt LD, Puscheck E, Smith-Bindman R, Brown DL. Simple Adnexal Cysts: SRU Consensus Conference Update on Follow-up and Reporting. Radiology 2019; 293:359-371. [DOI: 10.1148/radiol.2019191354] [Citation(s) in RCA: 34] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/11/2022]
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Okunowo AA, Adaramoye VO. Women's Knowledge on Ovarian Cancer Symptoms and Risk Factors in Nigeria: An Institutional-based Study. J Epidemiol Glob Health 2019; 8:34-41. [PMID: 30859785 PMCID: PMC7325817 DOI: 10.2991/j.jegh.2018.07.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/22/2018] [Accepted: 07/17/2018] [Indexed: 01/22/2023] Open
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Ovarian cancer is the 2nd most common and the deadliest gynecological malignancy in Nigeria; yet very little is known about women’s knowledge about the disease in our environment. We evaluated the levels of awareness of ovarian cancer risk factors and symptoms among the Nigerian women, and also determined the factors that predict it. A cross-sectional descriptive study was conducted among 400 women attending out-patient clinics at Lagos University Teaching Hospital, Lagos, Nigeria. Using a structured questionnaire, we assessed their knowledge of ovarian cancer risk factors and symptoms and the factors that influence it. Data were analyzed using SPSS version 20.0. Sixty-three percent of the participants were found to be aware of the disease, whereas only 19.5% and 14.0% demonstrated good knowledge of its symptoms and risk factors, respectively. High level of education and previous conversation with a doctor on ovarian cancer were the only factors that significantly predicted good knowledge of symptoms and risk factors (p < 0.05). The knowledge of ovarian cancer is extremely poor among women in Lagos, Nigeria. Education of the girl child and health education of women about the disease by healthcare providers is important. This will significantly enhance women’s knowledge and encourage early presentation and detection of the disease.
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- Adeyemi Adebola Okunowo
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, College of Medicine, University of Lagos/Lagos University Teaching Hospital, PMB 12003, Lagos, Nigeria
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Hann KEJ, Ali N, Gessler S, Fraser LSM, Side L, Waller J, Sanderson SC, Lanceley A. Attitudes towards a programme of risk assessment and stratified management for ovarian cancer: a focus group study of UK South Asians' perspectives. BMJ Open 2018; 8:e021782. [PMID: 30021754 PMCID: PMC6059306 DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2018-021782] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/03/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE Population-based risk assessment, using genetic testing and the provision of appropriate risk management, could lead to prevention, early detection and improved clinical management of ovarian cancer (OC). Previous research with mostly white British participants found positive attitudes towards such a programme. The current study aimed to explore the attitudes of South Asian (SA) women and men in the UK with the aim of identifying how best to implement such a programme to minimise distress and maximise uptake. DESIGN Semistructured qualitative focus group discussions. SETTING Community centres across North London and Luton. PARTICIPANTS 49 women and 13 men who identified as SA (Indian, Pakistani or Bangladeshi), which constitutes the largest non-European ethnic minority group in the UK. METHODS Seven community-based focus groups were held. Group discussions were transcribed verbatim, coded and analysed thematically. RESULTS Awareness and knowledge of OC symptoms and specific risk factors was low. The programme was acceptable to most participants and attitudes to it were generally positive. Participants' main concerns related to receiving a high-risk result following the genetic test. Younger women may be more cautious of genetic testing, screening or risk-reducing surgery due to the importance of marriage and childbearing in their SA cultures. CONCLUSIONS A crucial first step to enable implementation of population-based genetic risk assessment and management in OC is to raise awareness of OC within SA communities. It will be important to engage with the SA community early on in programme implementation to address their specific concerns and to ensure culturally tailored decision support.
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- Katie E J Hann
- Department of Women’s Cancer, EGA UCL Institute for Women’s Health, University College London, London, UK
- Health Psychology Research Unit, Royal Holloway, University of London, Egham, UK
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- Institute for Health Research, University of Bedfordshire, Luton, UK
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- Department of Women’s Cancer, EGA UCL Institute for Women’s Health, University College London, London, UK
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- Department of Women’s Cancer, EGA UCL Institute for Women’s Health, University College London, London, UK
- Department of Clinical Genetics, University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust, Southampton, UK
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- Department of Behavioural Science and Health, Institute of Epidemiology and Health Care, University College London, London, UK
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- Department of Behavioural Science and Health, Institute of Epidemiology and Health Care, University College London, London, UK
- Department of Clinical Genetics, Great Ormond Street Hospital, London, UK
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- Department of Women’s Cancer, EGA UCL Institute for Women’s Health, University College London, London, UK
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Fallowfield L, Solis-Trapala I, Menon U, Langridge C, May S, Jacobs I, Jenkins V. The effect of ovarian cancer screening on sexual activity and functioning: results from the UK collaborative trial of ovarian cancer screening RCT. Br J Cancer 2017; 116:1111-1117. [PMID: 28324886 PMCID: PMC5396121 DOI: 10.1038/bjc.2017.72] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/19/2016] [Revised: 02/01/2017] [Accepted: 02/22/2017] [Indexed: 01/27/2023] Open
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Background: To examine the impact of multimodal (MMS) and ultrasound (USS) screening on the sexual activity and functioning of 22 966 women in the UK Collaborative Trial of Ovarian Cancer Screening (UKCTOCS) RCT. Methods: Fallowfield's Sexual Activity Questionnaire (FSAQ) was completed prior to randomisation, then annually in a random sample (RS) of women from MMS, USS and control groups. Any women in the study who required repeat screening due to unsatisfactory results formed an Events Sample (ES); they completed questionnaires following an event and annually thereafter. Results: Over time in the RS (n=1339) there was no difference between the MMS and USS groups in sexual activity compared with controls. In the ES there were significant differences between the USS group (n=10 156) and the MMS group (n=12 810). The USS group had lower pleasure scores (mean difference=−0.14, P=0.046). For both groups women who had ⩾2 repeat screens, showed a decrease in mean pleasure scores compared with their annual scores (mean difference=−0.16, P=0.005). Similarly mean pleasure scores decreased following more intensive screens compared with annual screening (mean difference=−0.09, P=0.046). Conclusions: Ovarian cancer screening did not affect sexual activity and functioning unless a woman had abnormal results and underwent repeated or higher level screening.
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- Lesley Fallowfield
- Sussex Health Outcomes Research & Education in Cancer (SHORE-C), Brighton and Sussex Medical School, University of Sussex, Falmer, Brighton BN1 9RX, UK
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- Institute for Applied Clinical Sciences, Guy Hilton Research Centre, Keele University, Newcastle ST4 7QB, UK
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- Department of Women's Cancer, Institute for Women's Health, University College London, London W1T 7DN, UK
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- Sussex Health Outcomes Research & Education in Cancer (SHORE-C), Brighton and Sussex Medical School, University of Sussex, Falmer, Brighton BN1 9RX, UK
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- Sussex Health Outcomes Research & Education in Cancer (SHORE-C), Brighton and Sussex Medical School, University of Sussex, Falmer, Brighton BN1 9RX, UK
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- Department of Women's Cancer, Institute for Women's Health, University College London, London W1T 7DN, UK.,University of New South Wales, Sydney, NSW 2052, Australia
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- Sussex Health Outcomes Research & Education in Cancer (SHORE-C), Brighton and Sussex Medical School, University of Sussex, Falmer, Brighton BN1 9RX, UK
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Smits S, Boivin J, Menon U, Brain K. The double-edged sword of ovarian cancer information for women at increased risk who have previously taken part in screening. Ecancermedicalscience 2016; 10:650. [PMID: 27433283 PMCID: PMC4929978 DOI: 10.3332/ecancer.2016.650] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/20/2016] [Indexed: 12/03/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Women at increased risk who decide not to have, or to delay, risk-reducing salpingo-oophorectomy have to rely on early diagnosis through symptom awareness and presenting to primary care as soon as possible in the absence of screening. However, little is known about the acceptability to women of this strategy. We aimed to gain an in-depth understanding of women's perceptions and previous experiences of ovarian cancer symptom management, and the influences on ovarian cancer awareness and anticipated symptom presentation. METHOD Qualitative interviews were conducted with eight women at increased risk of ovarian cancer who had previously taken part in ovarian cancer screening and analysed using interpretative phenomenological analysis (IPA). RESULTS Familial experience of ovarian cancer and perceived personal risk shaped women's perceptions and behavioural responses to disease threat. Ovarian cancer information was perceived to be a double-edged sword, regarded as either useful for increasing knowledge and confidence in discussing symptom concerns with health professionals or to be avoided due to fears about cancer. CONCLUSION Women may be cautious about searching for information independently and in the absence of routine ovarian screening. PRACTICE IMPLICATIONS Thought needs to be given to how best to create and disseminate credible ovarian cancer symptom information materials.
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- Stephanie Smits
- Divison of Population Medicine, School of Medicine, Cardiff University, Neuadd, Meirionnydd, Heath Park, Cardiff CF14 4YS, United Kingdom
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- School of Psychology, Cardiff University, Cardiff CF10 3AT, United Kingdom
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- Institute for Women’s Health, University College London, London W1T 7DN, United Kingdom
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- Divison of Population Medicine, School of Medicine, Cardiff University, Neuadd, Meirionnydd, Heath Park, Cardiff CF14 4YS, United Kingdom
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Beavis AL, Smith AJB, Fader AN. Lifestyle changes and the risk of developing endometrial and ovarian cancers: opportunities for prevention and management. Int J Womens Health 2016; 8:151-67. [PMID: 27284267 PMCID: PMC4883806 DOI: 10.2147/ijwh.s88367] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/11/2022] Open
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Modifiable lifestyle factors, such as obesity, lack of physical activity, and smoking, contribute greatly to cancer and chronic disease morbidity and mortality worldwide. This review appraises recent evidence on modifiable lifestyle factors in the prevention of endometrial cancer (EC) and ovarian cancer (OC) as well as new evidence for lifestyle management of EC and OC survivors. For EC, obesity continues to be the strongest risk factor, while new evidence suggests that physical activity, oral contraceptive pills, and bariatric surgery may be protective against EC. Other medications, such as metformin and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, may be protective, and interventional research is ongoing. For OC, we find increasing evidence to support the hypothesis that obesity and hormone replacement therapy increase the risk of developing OC. Oral contraceptive pills are protective against OC but are underutilized. Dietary factors such as the Mediterranean diet and alcohol consumption do not seem to affect the risk of either OC or EC. For EC and OC survivors, physical activity and weight loss are associated with improved quality of life. Small interventional trials show promise in increasing physical activity and weight maintenance for EC and OC survivors, although the impact on long-term health, including cancer recurrence and overall mortality, is unknown. Women's health providers should integrate counseling about these modifiable lifestyle factors into both the discussion of prevention for all women and the management of survivors of gynecologic cancers.
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- Anna L Beavis
- Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics, The Kelly Gynecologic Oncology Service, Johns Hopkins Medicine, Baltimore, MD, USA
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- Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics, The Kelly Gynecologic Oncology Service, Johns Hopkins Medicine, Baltimore, MD, USA
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Keng SL, Abdul Wahab SB, Chiu LB, Yusuf A. Awareness of ovarian cancer risk factors among women in Malaysia: a preliminary study. Asian Pac J Cancer Prev 2015; 16:537-40. [PMID: 25684484 DOI: 10.7314/apjcp.2015.16.2.537] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Ovarian cancer is recognized as the fourth leading cancer in Malaysia. However, women do not always seek help in a timely manner and gaps in awareness may influence screening uptake and presentation. The purpose of this study was to determine levels of awareness of ovarian cancer risk factors in female population in Penang, Malaysia. MATERIALS AND METHODS A cross-sectional study was conducted in Penang, Malaysia from January until February 2014. Eighty-seven women were selected by convenient sampling. Awareness of risk factors of ovarian cancer was assessed using a self-administered questionnaire. Data were analyzed using statistical package for the social sciences (SPSS) version 20.0 for descriptive statistics and Pearson chi-square test for the association between socio-demographic data and awareness. A p value ≤0.05 was considered statistically significant. RESULTS In all, 74.7% of participants answered correctly for the risk factor of increasing age, although 94.3% were unaware of increased risk of tall women. A majority, 71.3%, had a low level of awareness of ovarian cancer risk factors. There was a significant association between age and knowledge (p=0.047). Additionally, there was a significant association between higher education level and level of awareness of ovarian cancer risk factors (p=0.039). CONCLUSIONS This study revealed that awareness of ovarian cancer risk factors among Malaysian women is low. The results show a need for improved public understanding about ovarian cancer risks and provision of important information for health professionals about initiatives needed for future awareness, prevention and screening programs.
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- Soon Lean Keng
- School of Health Sciences, School of Health Sciences, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Malaysia E-mail :
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Cancer Worry, Perceived Risk and Cancer Screening in First-Degree Relatives of Patients with Familial Gastric Cancer. J Genet Couns 2015; 25:520-8. [DOI: 10.1007/s10897-015-9903-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/10/2015] [Accepted: 10/15/2015] [Indexed: 12/19/2022]
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Jenkins V, Fallowfield L, Langridge C, Barrett J, Ryan A, Jacobs I, Kilkerr J, Menon U, Farewell V. Psychosocial Factors Associated With Withdrawal From the United Kingdom Collaborative Trial of Ovarian Cancer Screening After 1 Episode of Repeat Screening. Int J Gynecol Cancer 2015; 25:1519-25. [PMID: 26222482 PMCID: PMC4582418 DOI: 10.1097/igc.0000000000000507] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/07/2023] Open
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OBJECTIVE The United Kingdom Collaborative Trial of Ovarian Cancer Screening (UKCTOCS) aims to establish the efficacy of 2 different ovarian cancer screening schedules. The psychosocial substudy examines the psychological factors associated with the screening program. METHODS Women aged 50 to 75 years from 16 UK gynecologic centers randomized to annual multimodal screening or ultrasound screening (US) groups were followed up for 7 years. Psychosocial data from women who withdrew from the study after a repeat screen were examined. RESULTS Sixteen percent (3499/21,733) of women requiring a repeat screening test in addition to annual screen withdrew from the study: 12.9% (1560/12,073) from the multimodal group and 20.1% (1939/9660) from the US group. An estimated relative risk of withdrawal is 1.46 (95% confidence interval, 1.36-1.56; P ≤ 0.001) for the US arm. High anxiety trait and increased psychological morbidity significantly influenced withdrawal, even when age, screening center, and group were taken into account (P < 0.001). The risk of withdrawal decreased significantly the longer a woman stayed in UKCTOCS, irrespective of the number of screens and intensity in the preceding year. CONCLUSIONS Withdrawal rate was greater in women undergoing US screening and in those who had repeats earlier in UKCTOCS. Having a high predisposition to anxiety, high current state anxiety, and above threshold general psychological morbidity all increased the withdrawal rate.
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- Valerie Jenkins
- *Sussex Health Outcomes Research & Education in Cancer (SHORE-C), University of Sussex, Brighton, East Sussex, UK; †Public Health and Primary Care, University of Cambridge, Cambridge, UK; ‡Women's Cancer, Institute for Women's Health, University College London, London, UK; §Chancellery Building, UNSW, Sydney NSW, Australia; and ∥MRC Biostatistics Unit, Institute of Public Health, Cambridge, UK
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Rahman B, Meisel SF, Fraser L, Side L, Gessler S, Wardle J, Lanceley A. Population-based genetic risk prediction and stratification for ovarian cancer: views from women at high risk. Fam Cancer 2014; 14:135-44. [PMID: 25391615 PMCID: PMC4355441 DOI: 10.1007/s10689-014-9769-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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There is an opportunity to improve outcomes for ovarian cancer (OC) through advances in risk stratification, early detection and diagnosis. A population-based OC genetic risk prediction and stratification program is being developed. A previous focus group study with individuals from the general population showed support for the proposed program. This qualitative interview study explores the attitudes of women at high risk of OC. Eight women participated in one-on-one, in-depth, semi-structured interviews to explore: experiences of learning of OC risk, risk perceptions, OC knowledge and awareness, and opinions on risk stratification approach. There was evidence of strong support for the proposed program. Benefits were seen as providing reassurance to women at low risk, and reducing worry in women at high risk through appropriate clinical management. Stratification into ‘low’ and ‘high’ risk groups was well-received. Participants were more hesitant about stratification to the ‘intermediate’ risk group. The data suggest formats to effectively communicate OC risk estimates will require careful thought. Interactions with GPs were highlighted as a barrier to OC risk assessment and diagnosis. These results are encouraging for the possible introduction and uptake of a risk prediction and stratification program for OC in the general population.
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- Belinda Rahman
- Department of Women's Cancer, EGA Institute for Women's Health, University College London, London, UK
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Reversing paclitaxel resistance in ovarian cancer cells via inhibition of the ABCB1 expressing side population. Tumour Biol 2014; 35:9879-92. [PMID: 24993095 DOI: 10.1007/s13277-014-2277-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 33] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/20/2014] [Accepted: 06/24/2014] [Indexed: 12/18/2022] Open
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The majority of deaths in ovarian cancer are caused by recurrent metastatic disease which is usually multidrug resistant. This progression has been hypothesised to be due in part to the presence of cancer stem cells, a subset of cells which are capable of self-renewal and are able to survive chemotherapy and migrate to distant sites. Side population (SP) cells, identified by the efflux of the DNA-binding dye Hoechst 33342 through ATP-binding cassette (ABC) transporters, are a known adult stem cell group and have been suggested as a cancer stem cell in various cancers. Despite the identification of SP cells in cancer cell lines and patient samples, little attention has been paid to the identification of specific ABC transporters within this cell fraction which efflux Hoechst dye and thus may facilitate drug resistance. In this study, we demonstrate that SP cells can be detected in both ovarian cancer cell lines and ascitic fluid samples, and these SP cells possess stem cell and drug resistance properties. We show that ABCB1 is the functioning ABC transporter in ovarian cancer cell lines, and expression of ABCB1 is associated with a paclitaxel-resistant phenotype. Moreover, silencing of ABCB1 using a specific morpholino oligonucleotide results in an inhibition of the SP phenotype and a sensitising of ovarian cancer cell lines to paclitaxel. ABCB1 should therefore be considered as a therapeutic target in ovarian cancer.
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Barrett J, Jenkins V, Farewell V, Menon U, Jacobs I, Kilkerr J, Ryan A, Langridge C, Fallowfield L. Psychological morbidity associated with ovarian cancer screening: results from more than 23 000 women in the randomised trial of ovarian cancer screening (UKCTOCS). BJOG 2014; 121:1071-9. [DOI: 10.1111/1471-0528.12870] [Citation(s) in RCA: 34] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 04/07/2014] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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- J Barrett
- Cardiovascular Epidemiology Unit; Department of Public Health & Primary Care; University of Cambridge; Cambridge UK
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- Sussex Health Outcomes Research & Education in Cancer (SHORE-C); University of Sussex; Sussex UK
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- Medical Research Council Biostatistics Unit; Institute of Public Health; Cambridge UK
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- EGA Institute for Women's Health; University College London; London UK
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- Faculty of Medical & Human Sciences; University of Manchester; Manchester UK
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- Sussex Health Outcomes Research & Education in Cancer (SHORE-C); University of Sussex; Sussex UK
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- EGA Institute for Women's Health; University College London; London UK
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- Sussex Health Outcomes Research & Education in Cancer (SHORE-C); University of Sussex; Sussex UK
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- Sussex Health Outcomes Research & Education in Cancer (SHORE-C); University of Sussex; Sussex UK
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Holman LL, Lu KH, Bast RC, Hernandez MA, Bodurka DC, Skates S, Sun CC. Risk perception, worry, and test acceptance in average-risk women who undergo ovarian cancer screening. Am J Obstet Gynecol 2014; 210:257.e1-6. [PMID: 24246524 PMCID: PMC4001707 DOI: 10.1016/j.ajog.2013.11.022] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/10/2013] [Revised: 10/15/2013] [Accepted: 11/13/2013] [Indexed: 10/26/2022]
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OBJECTIVE We evaluated baseline knowledge of ovarian cancer risk and perceptions toward ovarian cancer screening (OCS) by initiating the normal risk ovarian screening study. STUDY DESIGN Average-risk, postmenopausal women were enrolled between 2001 and 2011 as they entered the normal risk ovarian screening study. Participants completed baseline surveys of risk perception, cancer worry (Cancer Worry Scale), anxiety (State-Trait Anxiety Inventory), health and well-being survey (SF-36 HEALTH SURVEY), and acceptability of OCS. RESULTS Of the 1242 women who were enrolled, 925 women (74.5%) completed surveys. The respondents estimated a mean lifetime risk of ovarian cancer of 29.9%, which is much higher than the actual risk of 1.4% for women in the United States. Only 2.8% of participants correctly estimated their risk; 35.4% of the participants reported their lifetime risk to be ≥50%. Cancer worry was low, with a median Cancer Worry Scale score of 7 of 24. Anxiety was comparable with published norms for women in this age group, with median STAI-State and STAI-Trait scores of 30 and 29 of 80, respectively. Overall, women reported good physical and mental well-being. In terms of OCS acceptability, 97.2% of respondents agreed or strongly agreed that "the benefits of screening outweigh the difficulties." Very few women were reluctant to undergo OCS because of time constraints (1.1%), pain (2.0%), or embarrassment (1.9%). CONCLUSION Average-risk women who underwent OCS highly overestimated their risk of ovarian cancer. Despite this, participants reported low cancer worry and anxiety. The discrepancy between knowledge of and attitudes toward ovarian cancer risk highlights the need for educational efforts in this area.
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- Laura L Holman
- Department of Gynecologic Oncology and Reproductive Medicine, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX
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- Department of Gynecologic Oncology and Reproductive Medicine, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX.
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- Department of Experimental Therapeutics, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX
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- Department of Experimental Therapeutics, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX
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- Department of Gynecologic Oncology and Reproductive Medicine, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX
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- Biostatistics Center, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, MA
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- Department of Gynecologic Oncology and Reproductive Medicine, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX
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Bekar M, Guler H, Evcili F, Demirel G, Duran O. Determining the Knowledge of Women and Their Attitudes Regarding Gynecological Cancer Prevention. Asian Pac J Cancer Prev 2013; 14:6055-9. [DOI: 10.7314/apjcp.2013.14.10.6055] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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Gentry-Maharaj A, Sharma A, Burnell M, Ryan A, Amso NN, Seif MW, Turner G, Brunell C, Fletcher G, Rangar R, Fallowfield L, Campbell S, Jacobs I, Menon U. Acceptance of transvaginal sonography by postmenopausal women participating in the United Kingdom Collaborative Trial of Ovarian Cancer Screening. ULTRASOUND IN OBSTETRICS & GYNECOLOGY : THE OFFICIAL JOURNAL OF THE INTERNATIONAL SOCIETY OF ULTRASOUND IN OBSTETRICS AND GYNECOLOGY 2013; 41:73-79. [PMID: 22791597 DOI: 10.1002/uog.12262] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 06/21/2012] [Indexed: 06/01/2023]
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OBJECTIVE To assess pain and overall experience of transvaginal sonography (TVS) in asymptomatic postmenopausal women. METHODS In the United Kingdom Collaborative Trial of Ovarian Cancer Screening (UKCTOCS), 50 639 postmenopausal women were randomized to undergo annual TVS at 13 trial centers in England, Wales and Northern Ireland. Together with the appointment letter for their annual scan, a random sample of 150 women per center was sent a detailed 48-item postal questionnaire regarding the screening experience. It included a specific question about pain using a score of 0-5, where 5 was severe pain and 3 was discomfort. To assess factors that might affect a woman's reported pain experience, the pain score was regressed on age, hormone replacement therapy use, body mass index, a history of hysterectomy, prolonged scanning time, ovarian visualization, scan result, sonographer's visualization rates and opinion of the women regarding the sonographer who performed the scan. RESULTS Between 7 July and 9 September 2009, 1950 randomly chosen women (150 per regional center) were sent the questionnaire. Of the 800 (41.0%) who returned the questionnaire, 651 could be linked to their TVS appointment. One-hundred and fifty-two (23.3%) women reported pain/discomfort (score 3-5) during TVS and 473 (72.7%) reported no discomfort (score 0-2). Only 23 (3.5%) women reported experiencing moderate/severe pain. Increasing discomfort/pain was independently associated with a history of hysterectomy and participant's reporting of prolonged scan time. Women who experienced pain on TVS were less compliant (odds ratio = 0.87) with the following year's scan compared with those who did not experience pain. CONCLUSIONS The majority of postmenopausal women found TVS acceptable. Pain influenced compliance and correlated with women's perception of increased scanning time and previous hysterectomy.
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- A Gentry-Maharaj
- Gynaecological Cancer Research Centre, Women's Cancer, UCL EGA Institute for Women's Health, London, UK.
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The health and well-being of cancer survivors in the UK: findings from a population-based survey. Br J Cancer 2011; 105 Suppl 1:S11-20. [PMID: 22048028 PMCID: PMC3251954 DOI: 10.1038/bjc.2011.418] [Citation(s) in RCA: 123] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/25/2022] Open
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Background: To compare self-reported health and well-being in a sample of cancer survivors with individuals who have not had cancer and with individuals who have a serious chronic condition other than cancer. Patients and methods A cross-sectional survey drawn from an online panel of 400 000 UK citizens supplemented with other online recruitment and telephone recruitment. The participants were 4892 individuals 30 years of age or above, including 780 individuals with a previous cancer diagnosis, 1372 individuals with one or more of 10 chronic conditions but not cancer and 2740 individuals without a previous cancer diagnosis or chronic condition. Thirteen measures of health and well-being were constructed from answers to 25 survey items covering physical, psychological and social dimensions of health and well-being. Results: Cancer survivors were significantly more likely to report poor health outcomes across all 13 measures than those with no history of cancer or a chronic condition. The adjusted odds ratios for cancer survivors with no chronic conditions compared with healthy participants ranged from 1.37 (95% confidence interval (CI): 1.31–1.96) for emotional well-being to 3.34 (95% CI: 2.74–4.08) for number of health professionals consulted in the last 12 months. The health profile of cancer survivors was similar to those with a history of a serious chronic health condition. Conclusions: A substantial number of individuals who have had a diagnosis of cancer experience ongoing poor health and well-being following cancer and cancer treatment. The results of this study provide an initial basis for the development of specific help and support for cancer survivors.
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