Colorectal cancer screening knowledge and uptake in lebanon: a national survey

Moussallem, Marianne; Jreij, Marc; Yérétzian, Joumana; Asmar, Michèle Kosremelli; Bou-Orm, Ibrahim R.

doi:10.1016/j.respe.2022.01.128

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“…In comparison, other countries in the Middle East and Europe had higher levels of awareness. For example, 38.3% and 45% of participants in Lebanon and Saudi Arabia, respectively, had good knowledge about CRC screening [ 24 , 25 ]. Studies in other parts of the world have also reported similarly fair levels of knowledge about CRC screening [ 11 , 12 ].…”

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Colonoscopy screening for colorectal cancer in Egypt: a nationwide cross-sectional study

Allam,

Elsayed,

Daghash

et al. 2024

BMC Cancer

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Background Current guidelines advocate for colorectal cancer (CRC) screening in adults who are at risk by using direct visualization methods such as colonoscopy. However, in Egypt, there is a paucity of data regarding the current practice of colonoscopy screening. Moreover, more information is needed about the knowledge and attitudes of potential participants regarding the procedure and possible barriers that can limit their participation. Methods We conducted a nationwide cross-sectional study using an interview-based survey of patients aged 45 years or above who presented to outpatient clinics of nine university hospitals throughout Egypt. Participants were surveyed to assess their compliance with CRC colonoscopy screening guidelines, their knowledge of and attitude towards colonoscopy screening, and their perspective on potential barriers to colonoscopy screening. Results A total of 1,453 participants responded to our survey in the nine study centers. Only a minority of participants (2.3%) were referred for CRC screening. Referral rates were higher among those who knew someone with a history of CRC (5.3% vs 1.5%, p < 0.001) or had a discussion with their physician about CRC (25.8% vs 0.7%, p < 0.001). Few responders (3.2%) had good knowledge regarding CRC screening. After introducing the concept of CRC screening to all participants, most patients (66.7%) showed a positive attitude towards having the procedure. Financial burden and fear of results were the two most frequently cited barriers to undergoing CRC screening (81.1%; and 60.1%, respecteively). Conclusions Despite the positive attitude, there is insufficient knowledge about CRC screening among eligible participants in Egypt. This has probably contributed to low compliance with current CRC screening guidelines and needs to be addressed at the national level.

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Colonoscopy screening for colorectal cancer in Egypt: a nationwide cross-sectional study

Allam,

Elsayed,

Daghash

et al. 2024

BMC Cancer

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Colorectal Cancer Screening in the Middle East: What, Why, Who, When, and How?

Shamseddine

Chehade

Mahmasani

et al. 2023

American Society of Clinical Oncology Educational Book

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The incidence of colorectal cancer (CRC) in the Middle East is increasing, especially among those younger than 50 years. Risk factors including obesity, sedentary lifestyle, and dietary changes are associated with the epidemiologic shift and are a result of socioeconomic changes happening in the region. Worldwide, CRC screening is associated with decreased incidence and mortality of CRC, but screening uptake is still low in the Middle East because of cultural barriers and lack of awareness; in addition, most countries do not have national screening programs. Knowledge of CRC screening and participation rates vary among different countries, but overall they are low. Both primary and secondary prevention approaches are needed in the Middle East, and cost-effectiveness is important in choosing screening modalities. Although colonoscopy is considered the most robust screening method, stool-based testing may be an acceptable screening strategy in resource-limited settings, and focusing on high-risk individuals such as those with hereditary CRC might be the most cost-effective strategy. In addition to financial limitations in many countries in the Middle East, human displacement places an extra toll on cancer control strategies in the region.

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