Knowledge, attitude, and practice of healthcare workers on early gastrointestinal cancer in China.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

Gastrointestinal cancer is the leading cause of cancer-related death in China, and its early screening is largely recommended by healthcare workers. This study investigated the knowledge, attitudes, and practice (KAP) of healthcare workers on early gastrointestinal cancer (EGC).

Methods

This cross-sectional study was conducted on healthcare workers who volunteered to participate from 30 hospitals in China between September and December 2022. A self-administered questionnaire including 37 questions was developed.

Results

A total of 545 completed questionnaires were finally obtained. Healthcare workers had moderate knowledge level [9.22 ± 1.80 (65.88±12.89%), total score: 14], positive attitude [21.84 ± 2.67 (91.01 ± 11.14%), total score: 24], and excellent pr

SUBMITTER: Zhang H 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10357471 | biostudies-literature | 2023

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature