Pediatricians’ intention to administer human papillomavirus vaccine: the role of practice characteristics, knowledge, and attitudes

摘要: Abstract Purpose The objective of this study was to examine pediatrician characteristics and attitudes associated with intention recommend two hypothetical human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccines. Methods A survey instrument mailed a random sample 1000 pediatricians assessed provider characteristics, HPV knowledge, about vaccination. Intention administer each vaccines types (a cervical cancer/genital wart vaccine cancer vaccine) girls boys three different ages (11, 14, 17 years) assessed. Linear mixed modeling for repeated measures multivariable linear regression models were performed identify variables Results mean age participants (n = 513) 42 years 57% female. Participants more likely vaccination vs. older younger children, than ( p .002), number young adolescents seen weekly (β 1.300, .015), higher knowledge 1.079, likelihood following the recommendations important individuals organizations regarding immunization .834, .001), fewer perceived barriers −.203, .001). Conclusions Vaccination initiatives directed toward that focus on modifiable predictors vaccinate, such as vaccination, may facilitate adherence emerging national guidelines.