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ArticleBMC oral health2024

Knowledge, attitude and perception of Italian dental students toward HPV-related oropharyngeal cancer and vaccination: a cross-sectional study.

Gennaro Musella, Simone Liguori, Tiziana Cantile, Daniela Adamo, Noemi Coppola, Federica Canfora, Andrea Blasi, Martina Mignogna, Massimo Amato, Vito Carlo Alberto Caponio and 2 more

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Gennaro MusellaDepartment of Neuroscience, Reproductive and Odontostomatological Sciences, Oral Medicine Unit, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy.
Simone LiguoriDepartment of Neuroscience, Reproductive and Odontostomatological Sciences, Oral Medicine Unit, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy. simone.liguori@unina.it.
Tiziana CantileDepartment of Neuroscience, Reproductive and Odontostomatological Sciences, Pediatric Dentistry, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy.
Daniela AdamoDepartment of Neuroscience, Reproductive and Odontostomatological Sciences, Oral Medicine Unit, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy.
Noemi CoppolaDepartment of Neuroscience, Reproductive and Odontostomatological Sciences, Oral Medicine Unit, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy.
Federica CanforaDepartment of Neuroscience, Reproductive and Odontostomatological Sciences, Oral Medicine Unit, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy.
Andrea BlasiDepartment of Neuroscience, Reproductive and Odontostomatological Sciences, Periodontology Unit, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy.
Martina MignognaDepartment of Neuroscience, Reproductive and Odontostomatological Sciences, Oral Medicine Unit, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy.
Massimo AmatoDepartment of Neuroscience, Reproductive and Odontostomatological Sciences, Pediatric Dentistry, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy.
Vito Carlo Alberto CaponioDepartment of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, University of Foggia, 71122, Foggia, Italy.
Michele Davide MignognaDepartment of Neuroscience, Reproductive and Odontostomatological Sciences, Oral Medicine Unit, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy.
Stefania LeuciDepartment of Neuroscience, Reproductive and Odontostomatological Sciences, Oral Medicine Unit, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy.

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Abstract

backgroundHuman papillomavirus (HPV) infection is a leading cause of oropharyngeal squamous cell cancer (OPSCC). This study aimed to carry out a Knowledge, Attitude and Perception survey on HPV infection, HPV+ OPSCC, and HPV vaccination among Italian dental students.

methodsThrough an online self-administered questionnaire consisting of 82 questions, data on dental students' sociodemographic characteristics, knowledge, attitudes and perceptions concerning HPV+ OPSCC, infection and vaccination were acquired. A statistical analysis, based on their year of attendance (early career, from 1st to 3rd year vs. late career, from 4th to 6th year) was also conducted.

resultsA total of 412 dental students completed the questionnaire. Knowledge of HPV+ OPSCC was reported by 61% of early-career students and 73% of late-career students, with high awareness of the HPV-OPSCC correlation in both groups (85% vs. 89%, respectively). The percentage of correct responses regarding HPV infection knowledge was 61% for early-career and 73% for late-career students, while vaccine knowledge was 70% and 78%, respectively. Over 90% of students acknowledged the dentist's role in educating patients about HPV and OPSCC, and attitudes toward discussing HPV and vaccination were positive. However, only about half would recommend the vaccine to either gender. Statistically significant differences were found between early- and late-career groups across all knowledge sections (p < 0.001), while no significant differences emerged for perception (p = 0.076) or attitude (p = 0.147).

conclusionsThe study reveals encouraging results but highlights significant gaps in dental students' knowledge, perceptions, and attitudes toward HPV+ OPSCC, infection, and vaccination. Addressing these gaps through targeted education and training in dental curricula could improve HPV prevention awareness and patient education, ultimately enhancing public health outcomes.

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Health Knowledge, Attitudes, PracticeOropharyngeal NeoplasmsPapillomavirus InfectionsPapillomavirus VaccinesStudents, DentalAdultAttitude of Health PersonnelCross-Sectional StudiesFemaleHumansItalyMaleSurveys and QuestionnairesVaccinationYoung AdultPapillomavirus VaccinesAttitudeHuman papillomavirus virusesKnowledgeKnowledge attitude and perception dental studentsOropharyngeal neoplasms

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