A Hospital Based Cross-sectional Study of Risk Factors for Breast Cancer
Journal Title: Journal of Medical Science And clinical Research - Year 2016, Vol 4, Issue 7
Abstract
Introduction: There are lots of established risk factors for developing breast cancer and many of which are out of the patient’s control like genetics, race, sex, age, family history and menstrual history. This study evaluates different risk factors which were found in breast cancer patients diagnosed or treated in Shija Hospitals & Research Institute. Materials and Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted in Shija Hospitals & Research Institute from 1st November, 2013 to 31st October, 2015. After obtaining an informed consent, data were collected using a structured questionnaire. Results: Total 200 women were included in the study. Breast cancer was diagnosed in 16 (8%) patients. In our study, breast cancer was significantly associated with age, positive family history and breast feeding. Breast cancer had no significant association with early menarche, late menopause, marital status, age at first child birth and duration of combined oral contraceptive pill consumption. Conclusion: Though some of the risk factors are out of patient’s control, there are various modifiable risk factors associated with development of breast cancer. Breast cancer education should be introduced in the public sector. A good knowledge about risk factors, regular self breast examination and screening tests can help in early detection of breast cancer.
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Indrajit Rana
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