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Congress: ECR25
Poster Number: C-21283
Type: Poster: EPOS Radiographer (scientific)
DOI: 10.26044/ecr2025/C-21283
Authorblock: F. D. E. Kübler, A. F. C. L. Abrantes, S. I. Rodrigues, L. P. V. Ribeiro, M. C. Ramos; Faro/PT
Disclosures:
Filipa Da Encarnação Kübler: Nothing to disclose
António Fernando Caldeira Lagem Abrantes: Nothing to disclose
Sónia Isabel Rodrigues: Nothing to disclose
Luís Pedro Vieira Ribeiro: Nothing to disclose
Magda Cruz Ramos: Nothing to disclose
Keywords: Oncology, Experimental, Education, Education and training
Conclusion

Following the completion of this study, it was possible to verify that knowledge about radiotherapy treatments is influenced by factors such as gender, level of education, and population stratum. However, overall knowledge among the Portuguese population remains low.Within the variable "gender," female participants demonstrated a higher number of correct answers, indicating greater knowledge of the topic. Despite this, only 32% of all participants exhibited a high level of knowledge (score above the 75th percentile).

No statistically significant relationship was found between the variable "age" and knowledge about radiotherapy treatments.Participants with some level of higher education achieved a greater number of correct answers within the variable "education level," demonstrating higher knowledge in this area. However, only 35.7% of these participants attained a high level of knowledge (score above the 75th percentile).

Health professionals, within the "population stratum" variable, also demonstrated greater knowledge on the topic, with 55% reaching a high level of knowledge. However, given their field of study and professional background, this percentage should be higher.

Analysis of responses to the questionnaire assessing perception revealed that perception is influenced by the level of education and population stratum. No statistically significant relationship was found between the variables "gender," "age," and perception of radiotherapy treatments.

The findings indicate that fears and negative connotations regarding radiation and radiotherapy treatments persist. Such misconceptions may lead to lower acceptance of treatment, potentially compromising prognosis, contributing to disease progression, and reducing quality of life.

Therefore, it is essential to implement educational initiatives, such as awareness programs and community interventions, to clarify radiotherapy. These efforts will enable individuals to make informed and appropriate decisions regarding their treatment.

Overall, the study highlights that knowledge about radiotherapy treatments among the Portuguese population remains low, while perceptions of this topic tend to be negative.
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