Knowledge and intentions to use fertility preservation among urban Chinese cancer patients: A study from Hong Kong.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

To assess the knowledge levels and fertility preservation (FP) intentions of urban Chinese cancer patients.

Methods

A cross-sectional study was conducted on Hong Kong Chinese male and female cancer patients aged 18-54 years (N = 325) who were recruited by a local non-governmental organization for cancer patients between July 2020 to January 2021. Patients completed a self-administered questionnaire on knowledge, perceptions, and intentions to use FP services/seek FP-related information. Multivariable logistic regression was used to explore the correlates of intention to seek additional FP information and intention to undergo FP treatments.

Results

Although cancer patients demonstrated a good knowledge of the available FP treatment options, they were less kno

SUBMITTER: Chan LS 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11389933 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature