scholarly journals Awareness About Oral Cancer Among Dental Students

2020 ◽  
Vol 11 (SPL3) ◽  
pp. 892-895
Author(s):  
Nishanthi R ◽  
Ashok Velayudhan ◽  
Dhanraj Ganapathy
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Oral Cancer ◽  
Management Strategies ◽  
Clinical Manifestations ◽  
Dental Students ◽  
Cancer Knowledge ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Mortality And Morbidity ◽  
Self Administered Questionnaire

Oral cancer affects people in the 6th and seventh many years of existence with a background marked by smoking tobacco and, or liquor utilization. Early acknowledgement and referral are basic as less treatment is required to decrease mortality and morbidity. Past examinations have demonstrated that oral cancer can be quiet in symptoms with attention to primal signs being increasingly advantageous in diagnosis. To assessing oral cancer knowledge and awareness among undergraduate dental studentsA cross-sectional survey was done with a self-administered questionnaire with 10 questions circulated among 100 dental students. The questionnaire assessed the awareness about oral cancer, their risk factors, clinical manifestations, diagnosis and management strategies. The responses were recorded and analysed. 96 % of dental students were aware of oral cancer.95% said smoking and tobacco-related products are the major risk factors of oral cancer.85% were aware of clinical manifestation of oral cancer.71% were aware of the diagnosis of oral cancer and 65% were aware of management strategies for oral cancer.Greater part of the responders in this investigation had satisfactory information about clinical indications of oral cancer. Efforts ought to be made to develop inspirational disposition towards avoidance of oral cancer. There is a necessity to present instructions on counteraction, early referral and demonstrative techniques for oral cancer.

scholarly journals Community-based study on the knowledge, awareness, and practices of females towards breast cancer in Buraimi, Oman

2018 ◽  
Vol 07 (04) ◽  
pp. 215-218 ◽  
Author(s):  
Vijay Kumar Chattu ◽  
Soosanna Kumary ◽  
Akshaya Srikanth Bhagavathula
Keyword(s):  
Breast Cancer ◽  
Risk Factors ◽  
Educational Interventions ◽  
Negative Influence ◽  
Cancer Knowledge ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Comprehensive Information ◽  
Study Participants ◽  
Self Examination

Abstract Background: In Oman, a higher proportion of patients presented with breast cancer are relatively young age and with an advanced stage. This could be due to lack of awareness and knowledge about breast cancer among young women. Aim: To assess the breast cancer knowledge, awareness and factors associated with the practice of breast self-examination (BSE) among females in Buraimi, Oman. Methods: A cross-sectional survey was conducted among females attending the two days health exhibition event at a polyclinc, in Al-Buraimi, governorate. A pretested questionnaire to assess their knowledge, awareness and practices concerned to breast cancer was used. The collected data was categorized, analyzed using descriptive statistics and logistic regression model. All the statistical analysis was performed using SPSS 21.0 version. Results: Out of the total of one hundred and eighty nine (189) participants, 80% had information of breast cancer. Participants had better knowledge of symptoms but less knowledge about risk factors. When probed about BSE, only 43% performed it and only 21% of them do it monthly on regular basis. The main reasons for regular monthly BSE is mainly because of fear of breast cancer (9%), doctor's advice (6%) and awareness through media (5%). Conclusion: Our study participants showed insufficient knowledge in some areas related to sign and symptoms and risk factors of breast cancer and identified a negative influence of low knowledge on the practice of BSE. Thus, educational interventions need to be emphasized to provide comprehensive information of breast cancer.

scholarly journals Awareness of oral cancer and potentially malignant oral disorder among final year medical and dental undergraduate students of Chitwan Medical College, Nepal

2019 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. 20-26
Author(s):  
Sushil Subedi ◽  
Bijayata Shrestha
Keyword(s):  
Oral Cancer ◽  
Early Detection ◽  
Undergraduate Students ◽  
Dental Students ◽  
Fisher Exact Test ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Mortality And Morbidity ◽  
Medical College ◽  
Potentially Malignant ◽  
Medical And Dental Students

Background: Oral Cancer (OCA) is a common malignancy in South East Asia and the burden of the disease is increasing. OCA is usually preceded by Potentially Malignant Oral Disorder (PMOD). The early detection of these diseases may limit the high mortality and morbidity. The objectives of this study were to assess the awareness of burden, associated risk fac­tors, early detection and prognosis of OCA and OPMD among final year medical and dental students.. Methods: This cross sectional study was conducted among final year Medical and Dental undergraduate students of Chitwan Medical College, Nepal in April 2017 using a pre tested self-administered questionnaires. All the final year students present at their respective classes (Dental= 50 and Medical=75 students) responded to the questionnaires after giving informed consent. Data entered in SPPS 20 software was analyzed using Pearson Chi Square test and Fisher exact test. Results: Dental students had better awareness concerning PMOD. Yet, the dental students did not differ significantly from their medical coun­terpart in most of the responses related to OCA. Surprisingly, more Dental students had misconception that OCA is not preventable and early detec­tion is difficult. Few of both groups were confident in having sufficient knowledge in OCA prevention and detection. Only 18.6% of Medical stu­dents had examined PMOD and few students of both groups had exam­ined OCA. Conclusions: This study revealed the deficient aspect in the knowledge concerning OCA and OPMD among Medical and Dental students indicat­ing the need to emphasize on these aspects of medical education.

scholarly journals Knowledge of Women on Early Symptoms of Cancer in Rural and Urban Areas of Mangalore

2012 ◽  
Vol 02 (01) ◽  
pp. 03-07
Author(s):  
Sonia Jacob ◽  
Fatima D'Silva
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Rural Women ◽  
Urban Areas ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Urban Women ◽  
Knowledge Score ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Mortality And Morbidity ◽  
Early Symptoms

AbstractA descriptive cross sectional survey design was adopted for the study to assess and compare the level of knowledge of women on early symptoms of cancer. The sample consisted of 200 women, 100 from urban area of Jeppu and 100 from rural area of Natekal PHC. Stratified Sampling technique was used for selection of the samples. The data was collected by a demographic pro forma and a knowledge questionnaire which consisted of 23 multiple choice and 11 dichotomous (Yes/No) questions.Reliability of the tool was assessed using split half method and the reliability coefficient was found to be 0.9.Though the overall knowledge score of urban women was comparatively higher (38.26) than their rural counterparts (34.79), It was encouraging to note that rural women (53.6%) had better knowledge regarding risk factors and etiology of cancer when compared to urban women (51.02%).In India cancer related mortality is very high due to lack of awareness of the early symptoms leading to delayed screening and increased exposure rate of the risk factors. Nurses play a significant role in the disease prevention and health promotion of patients with cancer. Educational programs on healthful living with cost effective and motivating teaching strategies can be undertaken for the community so as to curb the mortality and morbidity associated with cancer

Awareness and Prevalence of Accidental Blood-borne Exposures Among Students of Sri Sai College of Dental Surgery Vikarabad

2012 ◽  
Vol 6 (2) ◽  
pp. 47-51
Author(s):  
P Parthasarathi Reddy ◽  
M Monica ◽  
Md Shakeel Anjum ◽  
Rekha Ch Bhanu ◽  
V Sudhakar ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Statistical Analysis ◽  
Response Rate ◽  
Dental Students ◽  
Accidental Injury ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Dental Surgery ◽  
Syringe Needle ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Self Administered Questionnaire

ABSTRACT Background Studies have demonstrated that dental stu-dents / dentists are among the most vulnerable to blood-borne exposures. Objectives The objective of this study was to assess the awareness and prevalence of accidental blood-borne exposures among undergraduate and postgraduate dental students. Materials and Methods A cross-sectional survey was conducted among 281 students at Sri Sai College of Dental Surgery-Vikarabad, in which a structured pre-tested self-administered questionnaire was given to all clinical dental students and the responses were subjected to statistical analysis. Results The response rate in present study was 87%. The mean age of the subjects was 22.9 years and awareness on blood borne exposures was found to be 88.9%. 76% of the students reported having undergone accidental exposures with 24% of them being Per-cutaneous injuries. In 49% of respondents syringe needle was the most common instrument causing accidental injury. Conclusion Accidental exposures and non-reporting of accidental exposures were prevalent in these students.

scholarly journals EVALUATION OF CLINICAL AWARENESS OF LOOSENESS OF A NEWLY FABRICATED COMPLETE DENTURE AND ITS MANAGEMENT AMONG DENTAL STUDENTS IN A DENTAL COLLEGE OF IMPHAL (NORTH- EAST): A CROSS-SECTIONAL STUDY.

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Arunoday Kumar ◽  
Rajesh. S. Nongthombam ◽  
Barun Kant ◽  
Nishant Kumar Tewari ◽  
Aditi Sinha ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Nonparametric Test ◽  
Dental Students ◽  
Complete Denture ◽  
Practical Implementation ◽  
P Value ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
North East ◽  
Clinical Awareness ◽  
Self Administered Questionnaire

Introduction: For the patient’s dissatisfaction with the prosthesis, dentist must realize that a patient’s judgment of the treatment outcome is what defines prosthodontic success. All patient’s need is to have a denture which is firm and stable during function. An ill-fitting denture not only brings frustration to the patients but to the dentists as well. So all probable reasons for the looseness of complete denture should be evaluated by the dentist and hence every possible attempt should be made by the dentist to correct it. Aims and Obectives: The aim of this study was to assess the knowledge of looseness of newly fabricated complete denture and its management among dental students of third year, final year and internship, studying in an undergraduate dental college, in the Imphal city of Manipur. The objective of this study was to assess the relationship between the complete knowledge of complete denture fabrication and their practical implementation in the complete denture fabricational procedure. Materials and Methods: A descriptive, cross-sectional survey was conducted using a self-administered questionnaire involving the dental students of 3rd, 4th year and the students doing internship in the Department of Prosthodontics and Crown & Bridge at RIMS, Dental college. Total of 150 students participated in the study. Participants were distributed in three groups having 50 students each from 3rd year, 4th year, and students doing internship. All the  participants signed an informed consent before filling the questionnaire. Descriptive statistics included computation of frequencies and percentages. Nonparametric test, namely, chi-square test, was used for further data analysis; p-value <0.05 was considered statistically significant and vice versa. Results:. Among all 150 participants who were subjected to self-administered questionnaire, seventy eight (78) subjects (52%) reported that looseness was because of improper secondary impression. Eight (08) subjects (05.33% ) reported that looseness was because of under extension of the green stick compound for peripheral tracing. Three (03) subjects (02%) reported that looseness was because of the overextension of the flanges in peripheral tracing or border moulding. Fifty eight (58) subjects (38.66%) reported that looseness of the newly fabricated complete denture was because of improper posterior palatal seal area record. Three (03) subject (2%) reported that they were unaware of the reasons for the looseness of newly fabricated complete denture. Conclusion: The majority of the students of dental college have limited knowledge of the exact reason for the looseness of newly fabricated complete denture on the day of denture delivery. Students faced problem in its management in dental clinics. The looseness of a newly fabricated complete denture was because of the overextensions of the denture flanges as evaluated by Prosthodontist. Students of dental college should be made aware for the all the probable reasons for looseness of a newly fabricated complete denture. In 90% of the cases it is seen that overextension of the flanges is the most probable reason for an ill fitting, newly fabricated complete denture. Keywords: Complete Denture, Ill fitting denture, Peripheral tracing, Denture Flanges, Secondary Impression, Posterior Palatal Seal.

scholarly journals Awareness Regarding Oral Aphthous Ulcers and its Risk Factors Among BDS and MBBS Students-A Cross-Sectional Survey

2021 ◽  
Vol 30 (03) ◽  
pp. 215-218
Author(s):  
Marium Azfar ◽  
◽  
Saima Qureshi ◽  
Syeda Noureen Iqbal ◽  
Sadia Rizwan ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Medical Students ◽  
Dental Students ◽  
Recurrent Aphthous Stomatitis ◽  
Aphthous Stomatitis ◽  
Oral Ulceration ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Adequate Knowledge ◽  
Aphthous Ulcers

OBJECTIVE: The objective of this paper was to assess the awareness regarding oral aphthous ulcers and its risk factors among BDS and MBBS students in private institute of Karachi, Pakistan. METHODOLOGY: A cross-sectional survey was conducted at a private institute of Karachi Pakistan for the duration of six months. Medical and dental students of age more than 18 years of either gender were enrolled in the study using non-probability convenience sampling technique. Pre-designed proforma was used to collect data regarding demographics, history of recurrent aphthous stomatitis and knowledge of oral aphthous ulcers and its risk factors. The knowledge score of 4 out of 6 was considered as adequate knowledge. SPSS version 25 was used to analyze data. RESULTS: Of 150 participants, the mean age was reported as 22.94±1.65 years (range: 21-25 years). In those 150 participants 46 were males (30.7%) and 104 were females (69.3%). Overall mean score of knowledge was 4.35±1.29. Wherein 73% had adequate knowledge regarding oral ulceration and its risk factors. The dental students had significantly higher proportion of adequate knowledge regarding oral ulceration than medical students [p=0.024]. CONCLUSION: Overall students had good knowledge of oral ulceration and its risk factors, wherein knowledge of dental students was better than medical students. KEYWORDS: Oral ulcers; Recurrent Aphthous stomatitis; awareness, oral ulceration, risk factors, eating habits

scholarly journals Association Between the Tobacco Cessation Training and Oral Cancer Knowledge Level with Tobacco Use Related Behaviour Among the 4th Year Dental Undergraduates-A Cross Sectional Study in Dhaka, Bangladesh

1970 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. 31-36 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mohammad Tawfique Hossain Chowdhury ◽  
Ray Croucher
Keyword(s):  
Oral Cancer ◽  
Tobacco Use ◽  
Tobacco Cessation ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Dental Students ◽  
Cancer Knowledge ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Chewing Tobacco ◽  
Positive Attitudes ◽  
Current Prevalence

Tobacco use is widespread in Bangladesh. Dental Professionals could act on different levels of tobacco control activities. AIM: to explore prevalence and attitudes towards tobacco and identified the association of tobacco use related behaviour with the level of tobacco cessation training and level of knowledge of oral cancer among 4th year dental undergraduates of Dhaka, Bangladesh. Methods: This was a self reported cross-sectional questionnaire based survey. Global Health Professional Survey (GHPS) questionnaire and Humphris Oral Cancer Knowledge Scale questionnaire were used in this survey. Fourth year dental undergraduates studying in six dental colleges in Dhaka completed the questionnaire in April and May, 2007. Results: Response rate was 93%. Current prevalence of cigarette and chewing tobacco is 24% and 10% respectively. Male respondents were the predominant user of tobacco and had the less positive attitudes towards tobacco cessation than female. This study also shows that knowledge and training did not have any influence over tobacco related behaviour. Conclusions: In this sample of Bangladeshi dental students, high prevalence of tobacco use but strong positive attitudes towards tobacco cessation was reported. Review of policy and dental curriculum is needed as it is identified that training and oral cancer knowledge did not seem to have impact over tobacco use related behaviour. DOI = 10.3329/jom.v9i1.1423   J MEDICINE 2008; 9 : 31-36

scholarly journals Predisposing factors influencing occupational injury among frontline building construction workers in Ghana

2019 ◽  
Vol 12 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
John Amissah ◽  
Eric Badu ◽  
Peter Agyei-Baffour ◽  
Emmanuel Kweku Nakua ◽  
Isaac Mensah
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Occupational Injury ◽  
Occupational Injuries ◽  
Management Strategies ◽  
Working Hours ◽  
Predisposing Factors ◽  
Construction Workers ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Factors Influencing

Abstract Objective This study aims to examine the predisposing factors influencing occupational injuries among frontline construction workers in Ghana. A cross-sectional survey was carried out with 634 frontline construction workers in Kumasi metropolis of Ghana using a structured questionnaire. The study was conducted from December 2016 to June 2017 using a household-based approach. The respondents were selected through a two-stage sampling approach. A multivariate logistics regression model was employed to examine the association between risk factors and injury. Data was analyzed employing descriptive and inferential statistics with STATA version 14. Results The study found an injury prevalence of 57.91% among the workers. Open Wounds (37.29%) and fractures (6.78%) were the common and least injuries recorded respectively. The proximal factors (age, sex of worker, income) and distal factors (e.g. work structure, trade specialization, working hours, job/task location, and monthly off days) were risk factors for occupational injuries among frontline construction workers. The study recommends that policymakers and occupational health experts should incorporate the proximal and distal factors in the design of injury prevention as well as management strategies.

scholarly journals Predisposing factors influencing occupational injury among frontline building construction workers in Ghana

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
JOHN AMISSAH ◽  
Eric Badu ◽  
Peter Agyei-Baffour ◽  
Emmanuel Kwaku Nakua ◽  
Isaac Mensah
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Occupational Injury ◽  
Occupational Injuries ◽  
Management Strategies ◽  
Working Hours ◽  
Predisposing Factors ◽  
Construction Workers ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Factors Influencing

Abstract Objective This study aims to examine the predisposing factors influencing occupational injuries among frontline construction workers in Ghana. A cross-sectional survey was carried out with 634 frontline construction workers in Kumasi metropolis of Ghana using a structured questionnaire. The study was conducted from December 2016 to June 2017 using a household-based approach. The respondents were selected through a two-stage sampling approach. A multivariate logistics regression model was employed to examine the association between risk factors and injury. Data was analyzed employing descriptive and inferential statistics with STATA version 14. Results The study found an injury prevalence of 57.91% among the workers. Open Wounds (37.29%) and fractures (6.78%) were the common and least injuries recorded respectively. The proximal factors (age, sex of worker, income) and distal factors (eg. work structure, trade specialization, working hours, job/task location, and monthly off days) were risk factors for occupational injuries among frontline construction workers. The study recommends that policymakers and occupational health experts should incorporate the proximal and distal factors in the design of injury prevention as well as management strategies.

Evaluation of Knowledge, Attitude, Practice concerning Oral Cancer amongst Dental Undergraduates

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Pawan Pawar ◽  
Ashwini Bhangale ◽  
Rohan Narwade
Keyword(s):  
Oral Cancer ◽  
Dental Students ◽  
Management Skills ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Validated Questionnaire ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Level Of Knowledge ◽  
Knowledge Attitude And Practice

Oral cancer is an important aspect of dentistry and should be screened for daily in day to day practice. A systematic cross-sectional survey was conducted. 183 dental students participated in the study by answering a self- administered validated questionnaire. The questionnaire consisted of sixteen questions, relating to the knowledge, attitude and practice. The statistical analysis was conducted using Pearson’s chi-square testing.73.8 % of students had accurate overall knowledge regarding Oral Cancer, which was satisfactory. About 32.2% of students claimed to have adequate up-to-date knowledge regarding the prevention and detection of oral cancer. 81.4% students had appropriate attitude towards Oral Cancer. 88% of students employed apposite practice management skills with respect to examining patients for any cancerous lesions and took efforts for counselling the patient. Yet, 97.8% of students demanded additional training regarding identification and prevention of oral cancer.The study suggestively indicated that the dental students have satisfactory knowledge, attitude and are cognizant in examining for symptoms of oral cancer. No significant difference between knowledge /attitude/ practices about oral cancer amongst the three undergraduate years. Additionally, innovative and didactically orientated programmes should be reinforced to upsurge awareness which will aid in timely detection.The main objective of the study was to assess the level of knowledge, attitude, practice concerning oral cancer amongst undergraduate dental students of Maharashtra Institute of Dental Sciences & Research Dental College, Latur, Maharashtra, India. Key-words: Attitude, Dental students, Knowledge, Oral cancer, Practice.

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