Awareness of steps in performing TSE, n = 212.

Introduction
Testicular cancer (TC) is one of the most common cancers affecting men between the ages of 15 and 40 years. Testicular self-examination (TSE) is an effective tool for the early detection of TC, significantly improving survival rates. This study aimed to assess the level of awareness and practice of TSE among adult males in Ajman, United Arab Emirates (UAE).
Methods
A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted among 1031 adult men residing in Ajman, UAE, using a structured self-administered and interviewer-administered questionnaire. Descriptive statistics were used to summarize the data, and Chi-square tests were applied to assess associations between awareness and practice of TSE with socio-demographic variables.
Results
The mean age of participants was 34.9 ± 9.8 years. Overall, 212 participants (20.6%) reported being aware of TSE. Among those who were aware, 106 individuals (50%) reported practicing TSE.
Conclusion
The findings highlight a low level of awareness and practice of TSE among men in Ajman. There is a critical need for targeted health campaigns and educational interventions to promote knowledge and practice of TSE. Healthcare providers should play a proactive role in raising awareness about TC and the importance of regular self-examination for early detection.

引言
睾丸癌（Testicular cancer, TC）是15至40岁男性最常见的恶性肿瘤之一。睾丸自检（Testicular self-examination, TSE）是早期检出睾丸癌的有效手段，可显著提升患者生存率。本研究旨在评估阿拉伯联合酋长国（United Arab Emirates, UAE）阿治曼地区成年男性对TSE的认知水平与实施现状。
研究方法
本研究采用描述性横断面研究设计，对阿联酋阿治曼地区的1031名常住成年男性开展调查，使用结构化的自填式及访谈式调查问卷。研究采用描述性统计方法对数据进行汇总，并通过卡方检验分析TSE的认知与实施情况与社会人口学变量之间的关联。
研究结果
本研究参与者的平均年龄为34.9±9.8岁。总体而言，共有212名参与者（占比20.6%）表示知晓TSE。在知晓TSE的参与者中，有106人（占比50%）表示曾实施过TSE。
研究结论
本研究结果显示，阿治曼地区男性对TSE的认知水平与实施率均较低。亟需开展针对性的健康宣传与教育干预措施，以提升公众对TSE的认知与实施行为。医疗卫生服务人员应主动发挥作用，普及睾丸癌相关知识，并强调定期自检对早期检出疾病的重要性。