Cervical cancer management in Zimbabwe (2019-2020).

ABSTRACT:

Background

Globally, cervical cancer is the fourth most commonly diagnosed cancer amongst women, and it is especially common in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). The aim of the study was to determine the current patterns and characteristics of CC management in Zimbabwe in the HIV pandemic era, including the knowledge, attitude and practice of patience.

Methods

The study was a mixed method which incorporated a cross-sectional survey of 408 CC patients which was conducted from October 2019 to September 2020 using an interviewer administered paper questionnaire. The study was conducted at Parirenyatwa hospital, the only cancer treating public health facility in Harare, Zimbabwe. Differences in study outcome by categorical variables were assessed using the Person Chi-squ

SUBMITTER: Zibako P 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9491541 | biostudies-literature | 2022

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature