Factors associated with cervical cancer screening among young unmarried Japanese women: results from an internet-based survey.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The prevalence of cervical cancer among women aged 20-30 years has been increasing. A better understanding of the factors correlated with cervical cancer screening is vital to better identify suitable candidates and develop effective interventions. However, few studies have examined factors correlated with cervical cancer screening using a quantitative research design. Thus, this study aimed to assess the prevalence of and factors correlated with cervical cancer screening among unmarried and sexually active Japanese women aged 20-29 years.

Methods

Seven hundred Japanese women who responded to an internet-based cross-sectional survey conducted by a marketing research company in 2015 were enrolled. Associations between lifetime cervical cancer screening and demograp

SUBMITTER: Kaneko N 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6069882 | biostudies-literature | 2018 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature