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Mercedes Vanaclocha

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Participación informada en el Programa de Prevención del Cáncer Colorrectal de la Comunidad Valenciana desde una perspectiva de género

2018

Abstract Objective: To examine the factors that influence informed participation in a Colorectal Cancer Screening Programme (CRCSP) from a gender perspective. Methods: Cross-sectional telephone survey directed to men and women invited to participate (2009-2010) in the Valencian Community CRCSP (Spain). Sample size: 785 subjects. Outcome variables: participation in CRCSP and being informed. Bivariate and multivariate analysis using logistic regression models (95% confidence interval [95%CI], p <0.05). Results: Being a woman (odds ratio [OR]: 1.52; 95%CI: 1.06-2.19), receiving information from a general practitioner (OR: 1.64; 95%CI: 1.05-2.55) and being informed (OR: 1.54; 95%CI: 1.08-2.21) …

Colorectal neoplasmParticipaciónDetección precoz del cáncerEarly detection of cancerGender identityToma de decisión informadaCáncer colorrectalGéneroPatient participationInformed decision making
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Informed participation in the Valencian Community Colorectal Cancer Screening Programme from a gender perspective.

2018

Abstract Objective: To examine the factors that influence informed participation in a Colorectal Cancer Screening Programme (CRCSP) from a gender perspective. Methods: Cross-sectional telephone survey directed to men and women invited to participate (2009-2010) in the Valencian Community CRCSP (Spain). Sample size: 785 subjects. Outcome variables: participation in CRCSP and being informed. Bivariate and multivariate analysis using logistic regression models (95% confidence interval [95%CI], p <0.05). Results: Being a woman (odds ratio [OR]: 1.52; 95%CI: 1.06-2.19), receiving information from a general practitioner (OR: 1.64; 95%CI: 1.05-2.55) and being informed (OR: 1.54; 95%CI: 1.08-2.21) …

MaleMultivariate analysisToma de decisión informadaGeneral PracticeLogistic regressionValencian community0302 clinical medicine030212 general & internal medicineEarly Detection of Cancerlcsh:Public aspects of medicineMiddle AgedColorectal cancer screening030220 oncology & carcinogenesisEarly detection of cancerOccult BloodFemaleInformed decision makingColorectal NeoplasmsAttitude to Healthmedicine.medical_specialtyInformation Seeking BehaviorSampling StudiesColorectal neoplasmInterviews as Topic03 medical and health sciencesSex FactorsPatient Education as TopicGender identitymedicineHumansCáncer colorrectalAgedPrimary Health Carebusiness.industryPerspective (graphical)Public Health Environmental and Occupational Healthlcsh:RA1-1270Odds ratioConfidence intervalSurgeryParticipaciónCross-Sectional StudiesDetección precoz del cáncerSocioeconomic FactorsSample size determinationFamily medicineGéneroPatient participationPatient ParticipationbusinessGaceta sanitaria
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Inequalities in the participation and outcomes of breast cancer screening programs in Valencia, Spain

2019

Abstract Background Breast cancer remains the most frequent tumour and first cancer related cause of death in the Valencian Community. Despite most of the population being aware of the existence of breast cancer screening programs (BCSP), there are great differences in uptake that are likely attributed to social determinants. The objective of this study, alligning with SDGs 3 and 10, is to assess inequalities in breast cancer screening uptake, diagnosis and treatment delay in the city of Valencia. Methods The population of study included 128 123 women invited to participate in the BCSP in the city of Valencia between 2014 and 2016. Uptake, diagnosis and treatment delay were assessed as outc…

medicine.medical_specialtymedicine.diagnostic_testbiologyInequalitybusiness.industrymedia_common.quotation_subjectPublic Health Environmental and Occupational Healthbiology.organism_classificationBreast cancer screeningFamily medicinemedicinebusinessValenciamedia_commonEuropean Journal of Public Health
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Motivos de participación en el Programa de Prevención del Cáncer Colorrectal de la Comunidad Valenciana según sexo, edad y clase social

2014

Objective: To know the reasons to participate or not in a colorectal cancer (CCR) screening programme and to analyze the differences by sex, age and social class. Methods: Cross-sectional study by a telephone survey directed to a sample of men and women aged between 50-74 year old, participants (n = 383) and non participants (n = 383) in the CCR screening programme of Valencian Community. Descriptive analysis and logistic regression models estimating the Odds Ratio (p < 0.05). Results: The main reasons to participate are "it is important for health" (97.9 %) and "the test is easy" (97.6 %); and to non participate are "no CCR symptoms" (49.7 %) and "didn't receive invitation letter" (48.3 %)…

Colorectal neoplasmDetección precoz del cáncerEarly detection of cancerGender identityFactores socioeconómicosIdentidad de géneroPatient complianceCáncer colorrectalPatient participationParticipación en programas de saludSocioeconomic factors
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