Prevalence of Breast Cancer in different geographical regions: A Retrospective Study from Central Nepal

Sapkota, Ganga; Poudel, Bishwa Ram; Mallik, Dipendra Kumar; Wagle, Bhawna; Dhakal, Sunil; Bhandari, Sapana

doi:10.3126/njc.v6i1.44255

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“…The issues surrounding breast cancer are different in developing countries compared with high-income nations. BSE could enable women to approach the healthcare system early, resulting in better outcomes 26 – 30 . In low-resource settings, simulation models in accordance with the culture of the women could be useful 31 .…”

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Validation of cost-effective model for breast self-examination

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Introduction: The incidence of breast cancer is increasing in India; it predominantly affects women in their 30s and 40s. The disease burden is very high given the high incidence of triple-negative disease in a large portion of the population. Early detection can save lives and aid in breast conservation surgery. Breast self-examination (BSE) is a valid tool for early breast cancer detection. If performed with the help of a simulation model that resembles a given culture and tradition, it can result in good outcomes from screening programs. We designed and validated an Indian model for BSE and reported the feasibility of this model. Materials and methods: We designed an Indian model for the BSE based on the cultural mindset of Indian women. The design was finalized, and the model was constructed. It was then compared with preexisting international models and validated by in-depth interviews with validation experts from various fields involved in breast cancer management. Minor design revisions were made, followed by testing and re-testing. Finally, it was ready for public use. Results: The in-depth interview was conducted using a validated modified animation multimedia questionnaire. The majority of the validation experts had used stimulation models before, and all stated that it could help teach women about BSE, and it was comparable with other preexisting internationally validated models (91.33±4.98%). Conclusion: Using a breast model, women can learn to detect breast cancer as early as possible, and this can lead to good outcomes. We designed the model using easily available, cheap, and safe materials to keep it as realistic and useful as possible. The Indian BSE model can be used by Indian women to learn to detect breast lumps early. It is easily reproducible and cost-effective.

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Validation of cost-effective model for breast self-examination

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What makes women receptive to breast self-examination, animation, or simulation? – a comparative study

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Background: Breast self-examination (BSE) plays an important role in the early diagnosis of breast cancer in India owing to the stigma attached to cancer. The authors compared the efficacies of animation video versus simulation techniques in BSE. Methods: Women with no previous history of conditions affecting the breasts were included in this prospective observational study and divided into an animation or simulation arm. The latter was further divided into three subgroups as per the simulation models used : the German (Delta Healthcare), British (Health Edco), and Indian (low-cost, validated) models used for teaching BSE. The hybrid animation video had a 9 min runtime with a lecture on BSE and a virtual character performing BSE. In both the arms, participants filled in a validated modified patient satisfaction questionnaire. Results: A total of 500 women participated. The mean age of the participants in the animation video arm was 20.21±3.88 years and 19.34±2.27, 22.94±9.6, and 18.97±1.31(20.41±5.99) years in the Indian, German, and British simulation models arm, respectively. The age difference between the two arms was statistically significant (P<0.05). Both animation video and simulation models were found to be useful by the participants. The participants’ response to animation video being a better organized tool for learning BSE was statistically significant (90.48±7.98 vs. 84.02±15.09 P≤0.001) when compared to simulation models. The younger women (≤20 years) found these tools significantly more useful than those aged >20 years. Conclusions: All models had good efficiency and utility as learning tools for BSE. However, large studies in BSE set up with combination models are needed.

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Prevalence of Breast Cancer in different geographical regions: A Retrospective Study from Central Nepal

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Validation of cost-effective model for breast self-examination

Validation of cost-effective model for breast self-examination

What makes women receptive to breast self-examination, animation, or simulation? – a comparative study

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