Introduction: Breast cancer is the most common malignancy in women worldwide and constitutes a public health problem in the DRC due to its high morbidity and mortality. Its frequency is estimated at 24%, and it is often discovered late due to lack of screening. Methodology: This was a cross-sectional study conducted in 11 health zones scattered throughout the 4 Districts of the city of Kinshasa. We included 1296 women. A bivariate and a multivariate analysis were used to analyze factors associated with non-beneficial breast self-examination practices. Results: Of a total of 1296 participants, 1072 (83%) were aware of breast cancer, while 28% had a poor level of knowledge. Non-practice of breast self-examination was 64%, compared with 36% of those who practiced. Self-examination technique is poor in 90% of cases, and only 10% know how often it is performed. Level of primary education (p = 0.173), lack of formal professional activity (p = 0.007), young age (p = 0.078) and nulliparity emerged as determinants of non-beneficial practices with regard to breast cancer. Conclusion: The practice of breast self-examination enables early diagnosis of the disease and improves prognosis.
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