Association between sociodemographic factors and breast self‐examination practices in women of childbearing age from rural Peru
Author(s)
Anabel Cruz Medina
Eva Safira Huaranga Bautista
Rocío Suárez Rodríguez
Date Issued
26 de junio de 2025
Type
Article
Volume
172
Issue
1
Start Page
428
End Page
434
Abstract
Abstract Objective To determine the association between sociodemographic factors and breast self‐examination (BSE) practices among women of childbearing age from the rural communities of El Portillo and Pomaticla, Peru. Methods A cross‐sectional, correlational study with a nonprobability convenience sample of 605 women aged 15–49 years was conducted. BSE practice was assessed using a validated instrument (Cronbach α = 0.982). Data were analyzed with χ 2 tests and multinomial logistic regression using R software. Results Educational level, region of birth, marital status, health insurance, and absence of breast injury history were significantly associated with adequate BSE practices ( P < 0.05). Women with complete high school education had a significantly higher likelihood of adequate BSE practice (odds ratio, 10.62; P < 0.001). Residence in Pomaticla and being affiliated with EsSalud were also associated with increased practice. Conclusion Sociodemographic factors significantly influence BSE practices. Targeted health education strategies are needed to promote early detection behaviors in vulnerable female populations in rural Peru.
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