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Health Belief Model-Based Vulvar Self-Examination Education

NCT07621315 · Status: COMPLETED · Phase: NA · Type: INTERVENTIONAL · Enrollment: 203

Last updated 2026-06-02

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Summary

This randomized controlled trial was conducted to evaluate the effectiveness of a Health Belief Model-based Vulvar Self-Examination (VSE) education program on women's health beliefs, vulvar health awareness, and vulvar self-examination behaviors. Vulvar diseases and symptoms are often overlooked due to insufficient awareness, stigma, and limited knowledge regarding vulvar health. Early recognition of vulvar symptoms may contribute to timely diagnosis and treatment of vulvar disorders.

Participants in the intervention group received a structured Health Belief Model-based education program on vulvar self-examination, while the control group received routine information. Data were collected using participant information forms, vulvar health awareness assessments, and Health Belief Model-based scales before and after the intervention.

The primary aim of the study was to improve women's awareness and health beliefs regarding vulvar self-examination. Secondary outcomes included changes in vulvar self-examination practices and vulvar health literacy. The findings of this study are expected to contribute to preventive women's health practices and early recognition of vulvar health problems.

Conditions

  • Vulvar Health
  • Vulvar Self-Examination
  • Women's Health
  • Health Belief Model

Interventions

BEHAVIORAL

Self-Examination of the Vulva Education Program

Participants received education on self-examination of the vulva, including vulvar anatomy, vulvar symptoms, warning signs, guided practice, educational materials, reminder messages, and counseling support.

Sponsors & Collaborators

  • Eskisehir Osmangazi University

    lead OTHER

Principal Investigators

  • Özge A Aydoğan Aşır, RN, PhD · Ankara Medipol University

  • Özge A Aşır Aşır, RN, PhD · ANKARA MEDİPOL UNIVERSITY

Study Design

Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Purpose
PREVENTION
Masking
DOUBLE
Model
PARALLEL

Eligibility

Min Age
18 Years
Sex
FEMALE
Healthy Volunteers
Yes

Timeline & Regulatory

Start
2025-08-04
Primary Completion
2025-09-09
Completion
2025-10-10

Countries

  • Turkey (Türkiye)

Study Locations

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