Factors Influencing U.S. Women's Willingness for Utilizing Human Papillomavirus Self-Sampling
| dc.creator | Garg, Ashvita | |
| dc.creator | Galvin, Annalynn | |
| dc.creator | Griner, Stacey | |
| dc.creator | Rosberger, Zeev | |
| dc.creator | Daley, Ellen | |
| dc.creator | Thompson, Erika | |
| dc.date.accessioned | 2021-04-30T19:18:03Z | |
| dc.date.available | 2021-04-30T19:18:03Z | |
| dc.date.issued | 2021 | |
| dc.description.abstract | Purpose. HPV self-sampling is a novel method of HPV testing that is widely accepted in various countries. Recent modifications in the U.S. cervical cancer screening guidelines includes HPV testing and provides HPV self-sampling as another screening option, especially for underserved populations. Due to the scarcity of research regarding the process factors for HPV self-sampling, the current study examines the correlates of the willingness of women to have HPV self-sampling. Methods. A cross-sectional study was conducted among women between the ages of 30-65 years, with no history of hysterectomy (n=812). The outcome variable was a willingness to have HPV self-sampling test (yes/no). Predictor variables included various process factors. Adjusted logistic regression recognized correlates of HPV self-sampling willingness. Results. Higher odds of HPV self-sampling willingness were found among participants who preferred receiving self-sampling information from healthcare providers (OR=2.64; 95%CI 1.54, 4.52) or media (OR=2.30; 95%CI 1.51, 3.48). However, lower odds of self-sampling willingness were found among participants who did not want to pay for the self-sampling kit (OR=0.21; 95%CI 0.14, 0.32) or were not sure which method they preferred for receiving the kit (OR=0.15, 95%CI 0.07, 0.31) as compared to those preferred the mail. Conclusions. Prior to implementing any HPV self-sampling program, it is essential to understand women's preferences for process factors for this screening method for a successful implementation. Strengthening the infrastructural supports can help ensure improved and equitable access to this convenient and private screening method. | |
| dc.identifier.uri | https://hdl.handle.net/20.500.12503/30667 | |
| dc.language.iso | en | |
| dc.title | Factors Influencing U.S. Women's Willingness for Utilizing Human Papillomavirus Self-Sampling | |
| dc.type | poster | |
| dc.type.material | text |