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Objective Based on the theory of planned behavior, this qualitative study attempted to explore the influence of personal and social levels on prostate cancer screening behavior towards men over 40 years old. Methods Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 21 men over 40 (n = 21) in a health check-up center. The interviews were analyzed using the Collazzi's phenomenological method. Results 57.14% respondents performed PSA test,but almost of them all belong to involuntary and non-autonomous screening. 70% respondents indicated they would screen prostate cancer according to doctors' recommendations. 50% respondents believed that screening should be performed after symptoms appear and emphasized the convenience of including items in the health check-up package. 10% respondents considered screening as an opportunity to obtain psycho-social support. In addition, cognitive impairment and cancer fatalism are obstacles. Of course, external economic conditions and access also have a definite impact. Conclusion This study provided a reference for understanding the complexity and uniqueness of influencing factors of prostate cancer screening willingness in China. As for potential challenges of insufficient prostate cancer screening in China, these findings also provide interventions that can be used to guide prostate cancer screening projects. |
