Screening of cervical cancer – update

Czech version

Authors: V. Dvořák ¹; J. Ondruš ²
Authors‘ workplace: Centrum ambulantní gynekologie a primární péče, Brno, vedoucí MUDr. V. Dvořák ¹; Centrum gynekologické onkologické prevence Havířov, vedoucí MUDr. J. Ondruš, M. I. A. C. ²
Published in: Ceska Gynekol 2010; 75(1): 65-68

Overview

Objective:
Update screening of cervical cancer.

Design:
Review article.

Setting:
Out-patient Gynaecology and Primary Care Centre, Brno.

Methods:
Study of the current literature.

Conclusion:
The persistent infection by human papillomavirus is a necessary condition for development of cervical cancer. Screening activity has an influence on it. Current screening is based on regular PAP smear. It should be evaluated by laboratory with accreditation and quality control. HPV test is too expansive for routine connection with screening for the most European countries.

Key word:
cervical cancer, screening, PAP smear, HPV test.

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