Analysis of women's knowledge related to cervical cancer

Abstract

Cervical cancer is the second neoplasm that causes more deaths in women worldwide and its incidence is relatively higher in peripheral countries such as Brazil. The objective was to analyze the knowledge and sociodemographic profile of women, at UBS Vila Nova I in Porto Nacional-TO, related to cervical cancer. Methods: Descriptive, exploratory study with a qualitative and quantitative approach. Data collection took place at UBS Vila Nova I, through a semi-structured questionnaire. Results and Discussion: 110 women participated in the study. The sociodemographic profile showed that most of them were aged between 46-58 years old, 47% completed high school and 33% occupied the home. Regarding knowledge, it was evidenced that most of them have information on the subject. Conclusion: The knowledge was satisfactory, however, when related to other variables, the results suggest that this understanding is empirical, as they know in a minimized way and it is necessary to enhance this knowledge.