Prevalencia del cáncer de cérvix en mujeres de 20 a 40 años que asisten a consulta externa en SOLCA. En el periodo del 2020 a 2021.

Abstract

Cervical cancer originates from the cells found in the cervix, it is one of the main causes of death in women worldwide, it is currently a public health problem that shows advanced stages of the disease. disease and treatments. Objective: To determine the prevalence of cervical cancer in women between the ages of 20 and 40 who attend the outpatient clinic of the SOLCA Hospital. In the period from 2020 to 2021. Methodology: descriptive, quantitative, retrospective, cross-sectional. Population: 89 patients treated at the SOLCA Hospital, who meet the inclusion criteria. Technique: Indirect observation, Instrument: Indirect observation matrix. Results: Among the characteristics, patients from 30 to 40 years old (92%), of mixed ethnicity (98%), who were of single marital status (58%), who reside in urban areas (58%) and of educational level prevailed. secondary (49%). According to the cancer staging, the users (39%) were in Stage II B, that is, they present a tumor with parametrial invasion. In relation to the treatment, the majority received chemoradiation and radical hysterectomy. Conclusion: The prevalence rate of cervical cancer, treated from 2020 to 2021, is 16.70%. It is important to note that the staging of cervical cancer helps nursing and health personnel to establish treatment and care according to their needs.