ArticleMalaysian family physician : the official journal of the Academy of Family Physicians of Malaysia2022
Factors Influencing Pap Smear Screening Uptake among Women Visiting Outpatient Clinics in Johor.
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- Prevalence of Cervical Cancer Screening in Asia: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.Asian Pacific journal of cancer prevention : APJCP · 2025Pooled it
- Barriers and facilitators of pap-smear test uptake in Asia: a systematic review.BMC public health · 2025Pooled it
- Factors influencing the prevalence of cervical cancer screening in Malaysia: a nationwide survey.BMC women's health · 2023Article
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Abstract
Introduction: Despite the benefits of cervical cancer screening, Pap smear uptake remains variable in Malaysia, with Johor previously reported as the state with the lowest uptake. This study aims to fill the gap in epidemiological knowledge and assess factors affecting the uptake of Pap smear screening among women in Johor. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted in several government and private clinics across Johor, including Pagoh, Muar, Batu Pahat, Kulai, and Johor Bahru districts. Data was collected from 452 women using self-administered questionnaires, and logistic regression was performed to determine factors associated with Pap smear uptake. Results: Findings showed that 48.5% of the women reported having undergone Pap smear screening in the previous 3 years, and 40.0% and 51.3% of respondents accurately answered questions on symptoms and risk factors of cervical cancer, respectively. Increasing age (OR Conclusion: Pap smear uptake remains suboptimal in Johor, and broad-based awareness campaigns tailored towards improving knowledge of cervical cancer with family involvement are crucial to improving uptake among women in Johor.
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