Vegetable Consumption Reduce Breast Cancer Risk Factors in Lampung Province

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10.2991/978-2-38476-022-0_100How to use a DOI?

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Fruit; Risk Factors; Breast Cancer; Vegetables

Abstract

Breast cancer is a malignant tumor that originates from gland cells, gland ducts and breast supporting tissues. This type of cancer is the most commonly occuring cancer in women. In Lampung Province, the prevalence of breast cancer is the highest one. So far, the cause of cancer is still unknown. However, there are several factors that have been known to be able to reduce and increase the risk of this cancer, such as diet (fruits and vegetables). The purpose of this study was to identify the fruits and vegetables as the risk factors of breast cancer in the province of Lampung. The study held in RSUD dr. H. Abdul Moeloek Lampung and RSUD Jend. Ahmad Yani Metro. The study design was ‘case control’ with medical record observation instruments and interview guides. The sample involved 300 people, divided into two groups, 150 women with breast cancer and 150 women without breast cancer. The study variables consisted of breast cancer, vegetables and fruits. This study using logistic regression test analysis. The results showed that the risk factors associated with breast cancer were the infrequent intake of vegetables (p = 0.00; OR: 4.680) while the infrequent intake of fruits was not become a risk factor (p = 0.054). Since it is recommended to reduce breast cancer risk factors, it is highly recommended to consume vegetables frequently. Hopefully this study can be used as a reference in health promotion to the community which vegetable consumption as the prevention of breast cancer.

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TY  - CONF
AU  - Yuniastini
AU  - Purwati
AU  - Wien Wiratmoko
AU  - Suslina
PY  - 2023
DA  - 2023/05/13
TI  - Vegetable Consumption Reduce Breast Cancer Risk Factors in Lampung Province
BT  - Proceedings of the 1st UMSurabaya Multidisciplinary International Conference 2021 (MICon 2021)
PB  - Atlantis Press
SP  - 896
EP  - 904
SN  - 2352-5398
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DO  - 10.2991/978-2-38476-022-0_100
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