Colorectal Cancer Screening Knowledge and Practices Among Practicing Obstetrician-Gynecologists and Residents.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Colorectal cancer (CRC) is the second leading cause of cancer death in the US, the third most diagnosed cancer in women, and the second leading cause of cancer death in women. The aims of our study are to (1) investigate knowledge of and adherence to CRC screening guidelines by obstetrician-gynecologists (Ob/Gyns) and (2) assess whether this knowledge/adherence vary by demographic and practice characteristics.

Methods

An anonymous cross-sectional survey was distributed to a convenience sample of 142 practicing Obs/Gyns drawn from National Medical Association section members/conference attendees and hospital Ob/Gyn department members.

Results

Most respondents (80.3%) viewed colorectal screening within the scope of Ob/Gyn practice, and 71.8% used the American

SUBMITTER: Clare CA 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9883669 | biostudies-literature | 2023

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature