Gestión Administrativa para la Implementación de Programas de Detección Temprana del Cáncer de Cuello Uterino mediante Citología Vaginal en Mujeres de 21 a 65 Años

Abstract

Cervical cancer is a preventable and curable disease, but it remains a serious public health problem in Ecuador and other low- and middle-income countries. Objective: To evaluate administrative management in the early detection of cervical cancer through vaginal cytology to identify areas of improvement in the implementation of prevention programs in women aged 21 to 65 years. Methodology: A quantitative approach, non- experimental, transversal and descriptive design was used, while the sample was made up of 74 women and the technique was the survey. Results: It was identified that 33.8% of women visit their gynecologist once a year, 52.7% undergo vaginal cytology control once a year, 52.7% are familiar with CCU and 100 % consider CCU prevention talks and workshops important. Conclusion: There is a highly significant association between familiarity with cervical cancer (CCU) and having vaginal cytology tests in the last year (X2=45.34;p<0.001). To improve the early detection of cervical cancer, it is crucial to strengthen administrative management through the implementation of strategies such as the creation of committees, information campaigns and monitoring systems. This will increase awareness and access to health services in vulnerable groups, such as women with low educational levels.