ArticleFrontiers in public health2026
Knowledge, beliefs, perceived barriers, and previous upper gastrointestinal endoscopy use regarding
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Abstract
Background: Low adherence to primary and secondary prevention strategies for gastric cancer remains a major public health challenge. Understanding knowledge, beliefs, perceived barriers, and previous upper gastrointestinal endoscopy (UGE) use may help identify modifiable targets for prevention programs. Objective: This study aimed to describe knowledge, beliefs, perceived barriers, and previous UGE use related to Methods: A descriptive cross-sectional knowledge-attitude-practice survey was conducted among 1,911 community residents in Henan Province, China. Multivariable logistic regression was used to estimate adjusted odds ratios for previous UGE use. Bayesian path analysis was performed to explore indirect associations among knowledge, beliefs, perceived barriers, and previous UGE use. All results were interpreted as associations rather than causal effects. Results: Overall, 25.1% (480/1,911) of participants reported previous UGE use, and 15.3% reported a history of Conclusion: Previous UGE use remained suboptimal despite generally favorable awareness and beliefs. These findings suggest an important gap between cognitive readiness and preventive action. Public health strategies should combine targeted health education with barrier reduction, risk-based referral, physician recommendation, and integration of
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