Human Papillomavirus and Anorectal Carcinoma Knowledge in Men Who Have Sex With Men

    Authors

    C. W. Blackwell;C. Eden

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    Abbreviated Journal Title

    J. Assoc. Nurses Aids Care

    Keywords

    anorectal carcinoma; bisexual; cancer; human papillomavirus; knowledge; men who have sex with men; screening; Nursing

    Abstract

    Human papillomavirus (HPV) infection is a precursor to the development of anorectal carcinoma. Studies have indicated that men who have sex with men (MSM) have significantly higher rates of HPV and HIV than their heterosexual counterparts and are at greater risk for anorectal carcinoma. This article presents findings from a descriptive study to assess knowledge of HPV, anorectal carcinoma, and anorectal screening in a sample of MSM in Orlando, FL. The 89 participants demonstrated knowledge deficits. The average score on knowledge items was only 38% correct. Of the 49 participants who had heard of anal Papanicolau (Pap) smears, only 5 (10.2%) discussed screening with a physician, while 8 (16.3%) had discussed it with a nurse, and 16 (32.7%) with another health care professional. Findings support the need for community outreach efforts to promote knowledge and the need for discussion with providers regarding HPV and anorectal carcinoma in this vulnerable population. Copyright (C) 2011 Association of Nurses in AIDS Care

    Journal Title

    Janac-Journal of the Association of Nurses in Aids Care

    Volume

    22

    Issue/Number

    6

    Publication Date

    1-1-2011

    Document Type

    Article

    Language

    English

    First Page

    444

    Last Page

    453

    WOS Identifier

    WOS:000208716500004

    ISSN

    1055-3290

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