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ArticleBMC cancer2024

Knowledge, attitudes, and practices of healthcare providers among women oncofertility in Iran: a cross-sectional study.

Marjan Ghaemi, Ideh Rokhzadi, Mohadese Dashtkoohi, Masoud Doosti, Mahroo Rezaeinejad, Mamak Shariat, Sedigheh Hantoushzadeh, Fatemeh Keikha, Nasim Eshraghi, Maliheh Fakehi

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  1. Perceived Versus Demonstrated Oncofertility Knowledge Among Oncology Providers.Journal of adolescent and young adult oncology · 2026
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Marjan GhaemiVali-E-Asr Reproductive Health Research Center, Family Health Research Institute, Imam Khomeini Hospital Complex, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
Ideh RokhzadiDepartment of Obstetrics and Gynecology, School of Medicine, Akbar Abadi Hospital, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran. i.rokhzadi@gmail.com.
Mohadese DashtkoohiVali-E-Asr Reproductive Health Research Center, Family Health Research Institute, Imam Khomeini Hospital Complex, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
Masoud DoostiDepartment of Obstetrics and Gynecology, School of Medicine, Akbar Abadi Hospital, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
Mahroo RezaeinejadVali-E-Asr Reproductive Health Research Center, Family Health Research Institute, Imam Khomeini Hospital Complex, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
Mamak ShariatFetal & Neonatal Research Center, Family Health Research Institute, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Maternal, Tehran, Iran.
Sedigheh HantoushzadehVali-E-Asr Reproductive Health Research Center, Family Health Research Institute, Imam Khomeini Hospital Complex, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
Fatemeh KeikhaVali-E-Asr Reproductive Health Research Center, Family Health Research Institute, Imam Khomeini Hospital Complex, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
Nasim EshraghiVali-E-Asr Reproductive Health Research Center, Family Health Research Institute, Imam Khomeini Hospital Complex, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
Maliheh FakehiDepartment of Obstetrics and Gynecology, School of Medicine, Akbar Abadi Hospital, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran. maryam.fakehi@gmail.com.

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Abstract

backgroundIn recent years, Iran has witnessed a remarkable increase in the incidence of cancer. This has led to an emerging challenge in the field of oncofertility, which seeks to address the impact of cancer treatments on fertility and endeavors to preserve reproduction. The study assessed healthcare providers' awareness, attitudes, and practices regarding fertility preservation (FP) in Iran.

methodsA cross-sectional study was conducted to assess healthcare providers' knowledge, attitudes, and practices regarding oncofertility. An online self-made oncofertility survey of twenty-four items was administered to randomly selected participants from a list of healthcare providers registered with the Medical Council. The data were collected anonymously via Google Forms. Descriptive statistics, including number (n), prevalence (%), mean, and standard deviation, were calculated using SPSS 26.0. Additionally, chi-square tests were used to examine associations between categorical variables. Participants were categorized into oncology, obstetrics and gynecology (OB/GYN), and other specialties.

resultsA total of 423 responses were received and analyzed. Approximately 60% of the participants were obstetrics and gynecology subspecialists, while the remaining participants represented various disciplines such as surgery (9.7%), radiotherapy (6.4%), nuclear medicine (5.2%), and pediatrics (1.4%). More than 30% of the participants had not received any specific education about oncofertility, and more than 20% stated that FP strategies are not part of their routine treatment plan for young cancer patients. Oncologists had more education than those in the Obstetrics & Gynecology group. Half the participants were unaware of insurance coverage, and FP options were infrequently recommended.

conclusionsThese findings highlight the urgent need to enhance healthcare workers' knowledge and attitudes toward FP in Iran and enable them to provide comprehensive support and guidance to cancer patients.

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Fertility PreservationHealth Knowledge, Attitudes, PracticeMedical OncologyPhysiciansSpecialties, SurgicalAdultAttitude of Health PersonnelCross-Sectional StudiesFemaleHealth Care SurveysHumansInfertilityIranMaleMiddle AgedNeoplasmsFertility preservationGynecologistsHealth personnelInfertilityOncofertility

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