Knowledge on HPV Infection, Vaccine and Cervical Cancer among Medical Students in Morocco
Journal Title: Scholars Journal of Applied Medical Sciences - Year 2018, Vol 6, Issue 5
Abstract
Abstract: The main objective of this study was to assess the level of medical students’ knowledge about cervical cancer and HPV. Methods: Cross-sectional study was conducted on a representative sample of medical students in Fez University. Data were collected using anonymous self-administered questionnaire; knowledge level was assessed using a score. The mean age of the 328 participants was 20.8 ± 2.2 and 68.2% were females. Most respondents were aware of cervical cancer and HPV (68.8%) and its vaccination (56.9%). Only 5.8% of respondents received training sessions on cervical cancer prevention. More than two tiers (69.4%) of participants had good knowledge and the mean score of knowledge was 17.2±4.3points (29-items) out of 29. Proportion of good knowledge among student was 69.4%, it was significantly higher among second cycle students; 87.7% versus 54.0% among first cycle ones (p<0.001). Similarly, it was higher among students attending training sessions on cervical cancer prevention; 74.4% versus 56.8% (p=0.04). In multivariate analysis, only level of study remained significantly associated with good knowledge (OR=1.8 CI: [1.3-2.3]). This study showed that the levels of participants’ knowledge are insufficient. It will be necessary to provide regular training sessions.
Authors and Affiliations
Abdoul Salam Diarra, Nadia Benaicha, Mariam Atassi, Ikram Yazghich, Samira El Fakir, Mohamed Berraho, Chakib Nejjari, Azucena Bardají, Nabil Tachfouti
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