Exploring barriers to early breast examination and screening among Arab women in the MENA region: A KAP study.

ABSTRACT:

Aim

To examine the knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) regarding early breast cancer screening among women across the MENA region.

Methodology

This cross-sectional investigation deployed a survey designed to investigate women's KAP with regards to breast cancer signs and symptoms, early breast cancer detection methods, sources of knowledge, and barriers towards early detection exams. The survey was distributed over social media platforms during the period between June 2022-September 2022. Responses were reported as frequencies and analyzed per the participants demographic characteristics.

Results

A total 2681 Arab women were included in the final analysis. Sudan (31.3 %), Saudi Arabia (15.6 %), and Palestine (14.0 %) were the most represented countries. Only 53.

SUBMITTER: Qtaishat E 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11815657 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature