The relationship between prostate cancer knowledge and beliefs and intentions to attend PSA screening among at-risk men

Hevey, David; Pertl, Maria; Thomas, Kevin; Maher, Laura; Chuinneagain, S. Ni; Craig, Agnella

doi:10.1016/j.pec.2008.08.013

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“…In terms of perceived susceptibility, men need a Pca prostate cancer better understanding of anatomy, function and lower genitourinary symptoms. In Hevey's study [13], they identified urinary difficulties as the most common symptom of prostate cancer, whilst in the Fitzpatrick study, over 10 years earlier, patients regarded urinary symptoms as a normal sign of ageing [11] and this requires greater investigation because such beliefs may inhibit presentation to a GP [2]. The majority of men in this study felt they did not know enough about Pca although this is not surprising given the self selected bias of this group.…”

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“…Only 7% was aware of an association between dietary fat and Pca. The most commonly endorsed causes of Pca in the Hevey study [13] were ageing, hereditary and lifestyle factors (smoking, diet, alcohol and stress). Only 41% of men was able to name at least one possible Pca symptom and only a third could identify the prostate location with 93% unable to identify its principal function.…”

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Prostate Cancer Knowledge in Irish Men

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Men require prostate cancer (Pca) knowledge to practice health-seeking behaviours. Nine hundred seventy-nine men participated in a Pca screening programme comprising IPSS, bother score and health belief questionnaire. Men with private insurance had greater knowledge. Forty-nine percent (481) assessed their health status as average. Seventy-five percent (735) visited the GP at least once per year. The majority (576) felt well informed about health matters. Fifty-five percent (542) knew the prostate location but only 319 (33%) could identify it on a diagram. Forty-one percent (401) could not name a symptom. Few knew risk factors but 98% would attend a Pca screening clinic and sought more information. Men lack knowledge to pursue healthier behaviours and should be targeted possibly through a men's health initiative.

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Prostate Cancer Knowledge in Irish Men

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“…Türkiye ve birçok ülkede bu testler rutin tarama programları arasında sayılmaz ve hekim önerisi ile bireysel olarak yapılmaktadırlar. [4,5] Bireylerin prostat kanseri taramalarına yönelik bilgi sahibi olmaları, onların tarama programlarının yarar ve zararlarına yönelik karar verebilmelerine ve karşılıklı olarak izlenecek yolun belirlenmesine yardımcı olmaktadır. [6] Weinrich ve arkadaşları [7] Colarado'da bilgi düzeyini 6.60±3.00 olarak belirlemiştir.…”

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Investigating the factors that affect the knowledge level regarding prostate cancer screenings

Çapık¹

2012

Turkish Journal of Urology

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Objective: The purpose of this study was to determine the knowledge level regarding prostate cancer screenings and to examine the related factors. Material and methods:The data of this cross-sectional study were collected in 2011. Data were collected from 243 individuals who were aged 60 and above in two family health centers in the province of Kars. Personal information forms and a knowledge test of prostate cancer screenings were used for data collection. Results:The average age of the participants was 67.61±5.96 years, and the mean knowledge score was 4.85±2.38. The knowledge level of prostate cancer screenings was found to be higher in individuals who are high school and higher education graduates, have health insurance, have previously had their PSA levels measured and with family members who have been diagnosed with prostate cancer. It was determined that other variables did not affect the participants' knowledge level. Conclusion:No individual in this study received a perfect score on the knowledge test. Furthermore, the overall mean score on the knowledge test was lower than previous studies. Interventional studies aimed at increasing the knowledge level may helpful.

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“…15 AA males may expect a behavior to occur when they are exposed to a barrage of information from various social groups regarding the need for PCS. 23 …”

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Intrapersonal and community factors associated with prostate cancer screening among African-American males in the US

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Cormier²,

Whyte³

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Purpose: The purpose of this research was to examine intrapersonal and community factors associated with prostate cancer screening (PCS) among African-American (AA) males of ≥40 years from a nationally representative data set in the US. The theory of planned behavior was utilized as the theoretical framework. Patients and methods: A cross-sectional secondary analysis employed data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey in the US. The sample consisted of 377 AA males. The primary outcome variables were two PCS tests, the digital rectal exam (DRE) and the prostate-specific antigen test. Logistic regression models were developed to test for associations between the PCS tests and the factors of interest. Results: The factors of age, education, and access to a health care facility were associated with AA males receiving the DRE. The age group of 40-49 years was least likely to receive the DRE when compared to the age group of ≥70 years. Similarly AA males without a college degree were also least likely to receive the DRE when compared to AA males with a college degree. AA males with access to health care were more likely than those without access to receive the DRE. Age <70 years along with church attendance was associated with AA males receiving the prostate-specific antigen test. Conclusion: Differences were present for significant associations among intrapersonal and community variables and the two PCS exams. A culturally sensitive approach is necessary for understanding factors associated with PCS among AA males, which is central to designing and appropriately targeting public health interventions to decrease the health disparity of prostate cancer among this high-risk population.

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The relationship between prostate cancer knowledge and beliefs and intentions to attend PSA screening among at-risk men

Cited by 34 publications

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Prostate Cancer Knowledge in Irish Men

Prostate Cancer Knowledge in Irish Men

Investigating the factors that affect the knowledge level regarding prostate cancer screenings

Intrapersonal and community factors associated with prostate cancer screening among African-American males in the US

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