Assessment of Knowledge, Barriers, and Facilitators for Colorectal Cancer Screening in South Florida
Speaker Credentials
DO
College
Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine, DO
Format
Poster
Start Date
6-11-2020 10:15 AM
End Date
6-11-2020 10:30 AM
Abstract
Objective: To assess overall knowledge of colorectal cancer, and to ascertain positive and negative factors that influence the decision to obtain screening colonoscopy Background: Despite being one of the most common and deadliest cancers in the world, rates of screening colonoscopy for colorectal cancer (CRC) surveillance among eligible adults remains sub-optimal. Data from the Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS) shows that 21.7 million eligible adults have never been screened for CRC. Also, 81% of adults of have never been screened are people aged 50 to 64 years old. Methods: A simple questionnaire was disseminated to clinic patients on day of visit which was completed on the same day. Results: We evaluated 104 patients with a mean age of 46.6 +/- 18 yo. 58.3% were female. 43.3% were older than 50 years. 43.9% were white. 46.1% were born in the US. 91.3% reported adequate health literacy with no significant difference among gender or age groups. 21.%, 52.2% and 26.7% completed highschool, college, and graduate education respectively. 44% qualify for a colonoscopy based on the following criteria: age >50yo or age >40yo plus family history. However only 56.5% of those with criteria had a colonoscopy. When citing reasons why, 11.9% reported no recommendation by physician, and 7.1% considered it unimportant. 30.1% knew that 50yo is the appropriate age to start screening. 20.4% reported being aware of alternative methods of screening. 59.1% were aware that the American Society recommends colonoscopy for every American. 28.3% were aware that colon cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death in the world. 49% said having my doctor counsel me on the importance of screening for colorectal cancer would influence me to obtain screening colonoscopy. Conclusion: There is a serious knowledge gap regarding colorectal cancer screening among patients. At least 19% of patients could possibly be influenced to obtain screening with simple physician counseling. Grants: No grants or funding
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Assessment of Knowledge, Barriers, and Facilitators for Colorectal Cancer Screening in South Florida
Objective: To assess overall knowledge of colorectal cancer, and to ascertain positive and negative factors that influence the decision to obtain screening colonoscopy Background: Despite being one of the most common and deadliest cancers in the world, rates of screening colonoscopy for colorectal cancer (CRC) surveillance among eligible adults remains sub-optimal. Data from the Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS) shows that 21.7 million eligible adults have never been screened for CRC. Also, 81% of adults of have never been screened are people aged 50 to 64 years old. Methods: A simple questionnaire was disseminated to clinic patients on day of visit which was completed on the same day. Results: We evaluated 104 patients with a mean age of 46.6 +/- 18 yo. 58.3% were female. 43.3% were older than 50 years. 43.9% were white. 46.1% were born in the US. 91.3% reported adequate health literacy with no significant difference among gender or age groups. 21.%, 52.2% and 26.7% completed highschool, college, and graduate education respectively. 44% qualify for a colonoscopy based on the following criteria: age >50yo or age >40yo plus family history. However only 56.5% of those with criteria had a colonoscopy. When citing reasons why, 11.9% reported no recommendation by physician, and 7.1% considered it unimportant. 30.1% knew that 50yo is the appropriate age to start screening. 20.4% reported being aware of alternative methods of screening. 59.1% were aware that the American Society recommends colonoscopy for every American. 28.3% were aware that colon cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death in the world. 49% said having my doctor counsel me on the importance of screening for colorectal cancer would influence me to obtain screening colonoscopy. Conclusion: There is a serious knowledge gap regarding colorectal cancer screening among patients. At least 19% of patients could possibly be influenced to obtain screening with simple physician counseling. Grants: No grants or funding