Impact of knowledge and attitude on the utilization rate of cervical cancer screening tests among Ethiopian women: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Cervical cancer is a major public health problem, particularly in resource-limited settings. The use of vaccination and screening tests has reduced the burden of cervical cancer in developed countries. However, the situation is quite the reverse in developing countries, including Ethiopia. Hence, this study aimed to estimate the pooled impact of knowledge and attitude on the prevalence of cervical cancer screening service utilization rates among Ethiopian women.

Methods

Studies that examined cervical cancer screening service utilization among women in Ethiopia were searched from five international databases. Cochran's Q chi-square and the I-squared test statistics were used to check the presence of heterogeneity among the included studies. The funnel plot and Eg

SUBMITTER: Kassie AM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7723289 | biostudies-literature | 2020

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature