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E-Patient Counseling Trial (E-PACO): Computer Based Education versus Nurse Counseling for Patients to Prepare for Colonoscopy
Published on: August 1, 2019
Facilitating factors for colorectal cancer screening
Corey H Brouse1, Randi L Wolf, Charles E Basch
1Department of Health Promotion and Wellness, SUNY Oswego, Oswego, NY 13126, USA. cbrouse@oswego.edu
Summary
Understanding colorectal cancer (CRC) screening facilitators in low-income African Americans can improve uptake. Key factors include PCP encouragement and readiness to screen.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Cancer Prevention
- Health Disparities
Background:
- Colorectal cancer (CRC) screening rates are suboptimal in certain populations.
- Low-income, African American communities face unique barriers to cancer screening.
- Tailored telephone education interventions aim to improve CRC screening adherence.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify factors that facilitated CRC screening receipt.
- To compare these factors between individuals who screened and those who did not.
- To inform strategies for increasing CRC screening in underserved populations.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective study design.
- Matched case-control analysis (61 screened vs. 61 unscreened individuals).
- Analysis of intervention records to identify and compare facilitating factors.
Main Results:
- Eight facilitating factors for CRC screening were identified.
- Six factors showed significant bivariate relationships with screening receipt.
- Key facilitators included familiarity with CRC tests, readiness to screen, PCP encouragement, upcoming appointments, and prevention orientation.
Conclusions:
- Understanding facilitators in screened individuals offers insights for engaging non-screened populations.
- Targeted interventions can address identified barriers to CRC screening.
- PCP involvement and patient readiness are crucial for successful CRC screening.
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