Perceptions of lung cancer screening and smoking behavior change among Chinese immigrants: A systematic review.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death among Chinese immigrants in the US. Smoking cessation and lung cancer screening are effective ways to decrease lung cancer mortality. This study aims to investigate Chinese immigrants' perceptions of lung cancer screening and to explore the factors/barriers associated with their smoking behavior/cessation.

Methods

A systematic review design with narrative methods was used. Electronic literature databases, including PubMed, CINAHL and Google Scholar were searched.

Results

A total of 11 articles met the search criteria. Methodological rigor of the studies was evaluated by Bowling's checklist and Critical Appraisal Skills Program checklist. Data search revealed that a limited amount of research has been done o

SUBMITTER: Lei F 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8051433 | biostudies-literature | 2021

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature