A Cross Sectional Study on Knowledge, Attitude and Perception of Uterine Fibroids among Women with Fibroids Attending a Tertiary Health Care Centre in Chennai, India
V. K. Sowmithra
Saveetha Medical College and Hospital, Thandalam, Chennai – 602105, India.
A. Jayarakkini *
Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Saveetha Medical College and Hospital, Thandalam, Chennai – 602105, India.
*Author to whom correspondence should be addressed.
Abstract
Introduction: Fibroids are the most common benign neoplasms of the reproductive age group. Both hormonal and genetic factors contribute to the etiology. Only 20%-50% of women affected with fibroids, exhibit symptoms. The management strategies are usually individualized based on patient desires and presenting complaints. The aim of this study is to assess the knowledge, attitude and perception of uterine fibroids among women with fibroids.
Methodology: This is a descriptive cross-sectional study conducted among the patients of Saveetha Medical College and Hospital. Through convenient sampling, 164 patients were selected. The Data was compiled and analyzed in MS Excel.
Results: Although 95.73 percent of respondents lack knowledge about uterine fibroids, their attitude toward management is astounding. However, perception of 92.68% of women on fibroids is dissatisfactory.
Conclusion: Various counselling programs have to be imparted to create awareness among women on fibroids.
Keywords: Uterine fibroids, knowledge, attitude, perception