THE PRESENCE OF CERVICAL CANCER AMONG WOMEN FROM INDIGENOUS COMMUNITIES

Abstract

This study addresses cervical cancer with a focus on the indigenous community, a group often marginalized in terms of access to preventive healthcare and treatment. The objective is to identify the main risk factors for uterine cancer in indigenous women, aiming to provide a deeper understanding of the specificities of this population. The research was conducted based on scientific publications found in various reliable sources, such as the National Cancer Institute (INCA), the Brazilian Institute of Geography and Statistics (IBGE), the Center for Data and Knowledge Production for Health (Cidacs/Fiocruz Bahia), and the electronic journal Acervo Enfermagem (ACERVO+). The identified risk factors include early sexual activity, HPV infection, multiparity, and diversity of sexual partners. Additionally, the lack of access to sexual education and the geographical isolation of indigenous communities hinder access to preventive measures and appropriate treatment, contributing to the high vulnerability of this population to cervical cancer.