Knowledge And Practice Of Breast Self-Examination Among Female Non-Medical Students In Universiti Kebangasaan Malaysia (UKM) In Bangi
- Author:
Mohd Rohaizat Hassan
;
Hasanain Faisal Ghazi
;
Ahlam S. Mohamed
;
Saladina Jaszle Jasmin
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- Keywords:
Knowledge;
Practice;
Breast self-examination;
Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia;
Malaysia
- From:Malaysian Journal of Public Health Medicine
2017;17(1):51-58
- CountryMalaysia
- Language:English
-
Abstract:
Breast Self-Examination (BSE) is a process whereby women examine their breasts regularly to detect any abnormal
swelling or lumps in order to seek prompt medical attention. The purpose of this study was to investigate the
knowledge and practice of BSE among female non-medical students in UKM, Bangi. A cross-sectional study was
conducted using self-administered and validated questionnaire among 364 students. The results showed that only 37.1%
performs BSE and 45% of the students have good knowledge. Age, marital status, using internet and pamphlets as
source of information, personal, and family history of BC, were significantly associated with knowledge level of
students. Practice of BSE was significantly associated with knowledge level. From multivariate analysis, BSE was more
likely to be done among students with family history, students who using internet and pamphlet as sources of
information, also among students with good knowledge. As conclusions, the practice of BSE is inadequate among the
respondents in spite of most of them had heard about BSE. The results suggest the need of providing continuing
educational programs to increase the knowledge level on BSE which in turn will have a positive effect on students to
practice and motivate to perform BSE.
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