Abstract: Introduction: Worldwide Colorectal cancer (CRC) is one of most widespread cancers. In KSA, it is the 2nd most common Cancer. The prevalence of colorectal cancer in recent years prompted the people to seek medical advice randomly with minimal bowel symptoms.
Objective: This work aim to assess the knowledge, attitude, and perception of people in Eastern province of KSA regarding CRC.
Materials and Methods: This cross-sectional survey study was done during a period from 20 November to 13 December 2015; a questionnaire was distributed among Saudi population through social media. A total of 593 participants (Male = 214, Female = 379).
Results: The results depicted that mean age of the sample is 36 years (±11 SD ). The overall awareness among community is 31.9 %. Age was significant correlation with the degree of awareness especially at the age group (20-29) (P < 0.05). Gender doesn’t show any association significant (>0.05) for most of the questions. However, results showed that males (17.3%) are more aware than females (15.2%). Educational level shows non-significant relation with the degree of awareness. High educational level shows highest respond percentage 52%. Most of the respondent knew that food habit and family history is important risk factors. Only 18% had an idea about treatment and screening.
CONCLUSION: The overall awareness for colon cancer and its adverse effect among people in eastern province is low. Community awareness campaign is needed to reducing its adverse effect.
Keywords: Colorectal cancer, awareness, risk factors, Saudi Arabia, Eastern Region.
Title: Awareness and Perception of Colorectal Cancer Risk Factors among Saudis in Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia
Author: Gihan Yousef Ali, Sayed Ibrahim Ali, Mohammed Bijad Al.Osaimi,Saja Khalid Alhawal, Bashaier Mohammed Al.Otaibi, Latifah Khalid Al.Jouf, Mastourah Ghazi Al.Ruwaili
International Journal of Healthcare Sciences
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