Knowledge of Risk Factors and Means of Breast Cancer Screening by Women Seen in Gynecological Consultation at Sylvanus Olympio University Hospital-Lome Togo

• DOI: 10.4236/jct.2023.1412039
• Publication Date: 2023-12-27T03:29:55Z
• Authors: Ameyo Ayoko Ketevi; Djima Patrice Dan...; Edem Logboh-Akey; Komlan Alessi Andele; Bingo M’Bortche; Akila Bassowa; Achraf Adou Rahim; Akou Sodina Gblom...; Baguilane Douaguibe; Dare Tchin; Abdoul Samadou Ab...; Koffi Akpadza
• Keywords: Breast examination; Breast Cancer Screening

Background: In Togo, awareness is very low and patients regularly present with advanced stages of breast cancer. Objective: Determine the knowledge risk factors means cancer screening by women seen in gynecological consultation Sylvanus Olympio University Hospital (CHU SO). Methods: This was a descriptive cross-sectional study conducted at gynecology-obstetrics clinic CHU SO Lomé, from March 1 to July 15, 2022. Results: We surveyed 1,566 gynaecological outpatients. Six hundred (600) agreed answer our questions freely, giving participation rate 38.3%. The average age respondents 31.9 years old. 25.5% cases, were high school graduates. Five forty-five respondents, or 90.8% had already heard most frequent sources information medical staff 34.1% cases. presence nodule cited as clinical sign 68.4% self-examination 72.6% personal history 51.7% cases has non-modifiable risks smoking modifiable factor 58.9% respondents. 31% they performed on their own. Breast 27.7% them. Occupation level statistically associated women’s Conclusion: Most recognize existence but about signs remains low. Few them, practice screening.