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Published on: August 30, 2013
Survey on a mammographic screening program in Istanbul, Turkey.
Vahit Ozmen1, A Nilufer Ozaydin, Neslihan Cabioglu
1Department of Surgery, Istanbul Medical Faculty, University of Istanbul, Istanbul, Turkey. vozmen@istanbul.edu.tr
The Breast Journal
|April 1, 2011
Summary
Organized mammographic screening is lacking in Turkey, leading to late breast cancer diagnoses. This study identified factors like age, education, and gynecologic exams that influence mammogram uptake in Istanbul women, highlighting needs for targeted outreach.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Public Health
- Radiology
Background:
- Breast cancer is often diagnosed late in Turkey due to insufficient organized screening programs.
- Assessing mammogram uptake is crucial for evaluating the feasibility of implementing comprehensive breast cancer screening in Turkey.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate factors associated with obtaining mammograms among women of screening age in Bahcesehir county, Istanbul.
- To assess the potential for organized breast cancer screening in Turkey based on current mammography utilization.
Main Methods:
- A cross-sectional study surveyed 659 healthy women aged 40-69 in Istanbul.
- Data collected via questionnaire included demographics, family cancer history, and mammographic screening knowledge.
- Statistical analysis identified factors associated with mammogram uptake.
Main Results:
- Mammogram likelihood increased with age over 50, higher education, and regular gynecologic exams.
- Younger women (40-49) with higher education, regular gynecologic exams, and family history were more likely to have recent mammograms.
- Older women (50-69) with regular gynecologic exams showed significantly higher recent mammogram rates.
Conclusions:
- Targeted educational outreach is needed for women with lower educational attainment and those not attending regular gynecologic check-ups.
- Addressing these factors can improve screening compliance and potentially lead to earlier breast cancer detection in Turkey.
