ISSN: 2161-0932
Sara Kebede Tadesse
Center for Gender Studies,
Ethiopia
Research Article
Preventive Mechanisms and Treatment of Cervical Cancer in Ethiopia
Author(s): Sara Kebede TadesseSara Kebede Tadesse
Background: Cervical cancer is the second most common cancer in women globally and a leading cause of death in developing countries especially Sub-Saharan Africa. Ethiopia has also been shown to share this high incidence rate of cervical cancer. Since preventive mechanisms are considered as one of the key elements in tackling the issue, this study mainly sought to uncover the status of primary preventive mechanisms and tertiary care in Ethiopia.
Methodology: To get an in-depth look at the preventive mechanisms, the study mainly employed a qualitative design. A total of 13 key informant interviews were conducted with staff and officials of relevant institutions. In addition, 10 interviews were held with cervical cancer patients that were attending care in Tikur Anbesa Hospital. A quantitative design has also been implemented in which 198 patien.. View More»