Knowledge of Pap smear test among reproductive age group women of Kathmandu, Nepal
1 School of Pharmacy, Karnali Academy of Health Sciences, Jumla, Nepal.
2 Nagarik College of Health Sciences, Purbanchal University, Bhaktapur, Nepal.
3 School of Nursing and Midwifery, Karnali Academy of Health Sciences, Jumla, Nepal.
4 Nepal Pharmacy Council, Kathmandu, Nepal.
Research Article
GSC Biological and Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2024, 26(01), 155–161.
Article DOI: 10.30574/gscbps.2024.26.1.0546
Publication history:
Received on 20 November 2023; revised on 06 January 2024; accepted on 09 January 2024
Abstract:
Cervical cancer is a malignant tumor of the lowermost part of the uterus and a major cause of morbidity and mortality among women in the world. Globally, it is the fifth leading cause of cancer-related deaths among women after cancers of the breast, lungs, stomach and colorectal in developing countries. About 80% of new incidences of cervical cancer occur in developing countries, usually, with less comprehensive cervical cancer prevention programs. The objective of the study is to assess the level of knowledge on cervical cancer and Pap smear tests among Reproductive age group women. A descriptive study was conducted in Gokarneshwor-8, Kathmandu community on 105 respondents through non-probability purposive sampling techniques and data was collected using interviewers administered questionnaires. Out of 105 respondents, a majority (64%) respondents had adequate knowledge of cervical cancer and Pap smear tests, while 36% had inadequate knowledge. This study concluded that the majority of respondents had adequate knowledge of Pap smear tests while only thirty-six percent had inadequate knowledge. Though there is adequate knowledge, only a few respondents had ever done a Pap smear test. Still, there are existing gaps that need more education to connect knowledge with attitudes as well as to uplift the regular practice of cervical cancer screening for eligible women.
Keywords:
Cervical cancer; Knowledge; Pap smear test; Reproductive age
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