Socio-demographic and Clinical Profile of Cervical Cancer Patients Undergoing Chemotherapy or Radiotherapy Attending the Department of Radiotherapy of a Tertiary Care Hospital in Kolkata
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Cervical cancer, Socio-demographic Profile, Clinical Profile.Abstract
Background: Cervical cancer is associated with HPV infection. In India, it is 2nd leading cause of female cancer taking a huge toll on human life. This study explores the socio-demographic and clinical profile of cervical cancer patients at a tertiary care hospital in Kolkata.
Methods:A cross-sectional study was undertaken for 2 months with 41 cervical cancer patients using a questionnaire for socio-demographic details, gynecological history, and details of the cancer and its treatment.
Results:The mean age of the respondents was 54.80 ± 2.17 years, with majority belonging to lower socio-economic status. 69.44% presented with post-menopausal per vaginal bleeding and 45.45% of the patients were in stage IIB. 51.85% had symptoms for 2-6 months before visiting a doctor.
Conclusions: Delay in seeking medical help has significant association with per capita monthly family income (p=0.004). Cervical cancer is a major public health problem in India majority of patients belonging to lower socio-economic status.
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