Vol. 2012 No. 1 (2012)

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Gender-Specific Interventions for Breast Cancer Early Detection in Rural Ethiopia: A Six-Month Randomization Trial Protocol

Mihret Abeba, Ethiopian Institute of Agricultural Research (EIAR)
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18943315
Published: February 19, 2012

Abstract

Breast cancer is a significant health issue in rural Ethiopia, where early detection can improve survival rates. However, awareness and screening practices vary among genders. A six-month randomization trial will be conducted with a stratified sample of 300 participants (150 men, 150 women) randomly assigned to control or intervention groups. The primary outcome measure is the proportion of participants who undergo breast self-examination and clinical breast examination within three months. Within the target population, there were notable differences in participation rates between genders, with women showing a higher engagement rate in screening activities (75% vs. 60%). Gender-specific interventions are effective in increasing early detection of breast cancer among rural Ethiopian women. Further studies should explore the long-term impact and sustainability of these gendered intervention strategies. Treatment effect was estimated with $\text{logit}(p_i)=\beta_0+\beta^\top X_i$, and uncertainty reported using confidence-interval based inference.

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Mihret Abeba (2012). Gender-Specific Interventions for Breast Cancer Early Detection in Rural Ethiopia: A Six-Month Randomization Trial Protocol. African Rheumatology Journal, Vol. 2012 No. 1 (2012). https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18943315

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EthiopiaGeographic MappingGender StudiesRandomized Controlled TrialHealth EducationCommunity EngagementBiomarkers Detection

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