Smear test film issued to promote awareness of cervical screening

2015 ◽  
Vol 18 (2) ◽  
pp. 7-7
Keyword(s):  
Cervical Screening ◽  
Smear Test ◽  
Test Film

scholarly journals P63 Improving cervical smear uptake through an Automated Voice Messages Reminder

BJS Open ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 5 (Supplement_1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Francesca Bladt ◽  
Felyx Wong ◽  
Francesca Bladt
Keyword(s):  
Cervical Cancer ◽  
Low Cost ◽  
Cervical Screening ◽  
Telephone Triage ◽  
Cervical Smear ◽  
Screening Programs ◽  
Smear Test ◽  
Voice Message ◽  
The Uk ◽  
Busy Schedule

Abstract National cervical screening programs have played a pivotal role in the prevention of cervical cancer. However, practices across the UK have reached an all-time low in cervical screening uptake. This study aimed to assess the efficacy of implementing an automated voice message reminder within the local general practice (GP) telephone triage system and explore the reasons which deter eligible patients away from cervical screening. A 20-second voice-message reminder in the telephone queue was played, addressing key risk factors along with a message from a child who lost his mother to cervical cancer. From the anonymised GP database, weekly new smear test bookings were monitored from 4 weeks prior until 2 weeks after the intervention was implemented. To qualitatively assess factors which deter patients away from screening, female patients were randomly sampled to fill in an anonymous questionnaire. The use of a low-cost 20 second voice message in the telephone queue across UK GP practices could be an effective method to increase cervical smear test coverage towards the national target of 80%. 35 questionnaire responses were received, main themes reported for not attending screening include embarrassment(37%), busy schedule(32%) and cultural differences(24%). In the week following the intervention, cervical smear tests increased more than 2-fold, from an average of 12 to 26 smears per week. This could be partly due to the convenient timing of voice recording, reminding them to book both appointments simultaneously and the child’s emotive message.

scholarly journals Smoking cessation advice after cervical screening: a qualitative interview study of acceptability in Dutch primary care

2018 ◽  
Vol 69 (678) ◽  
pp. e15-e23
Author(s):  
Marthe BL Mansour ◽  
Mathilde R Crone ◽  
Henk C van Weert ◽  
Niels H Chavannes ◽  
Kristel M van Asselt
Keyword(s):  
Smoking Cessation ◽  
Cervical Screening ◽  
Qualitative Interview ◽  
Smoking Behaviour ◽  
Interview Study ◽  
Interactive Approach ◽  
Smear Test ◽  
Stop Smoking ◽  
Qualitative Interview Study ◽  
Practice Assistant

BackgroundCervical cancer screening in general practice could be a routine and opportune moment to advise females who smoke to stop smoking.AimThe aims of this study were to investigate the attitudes of females who smoke to receiving advice about stopping smoking after cervical screening and to identify factors associated with the acceptability of this advice.Design and settingThis qualitative interview study was conducted with Dutch females who smoked, had undergone cervical screening, and were aged 30 to 60 years. Interviews were performed between December 2016 and September 2017.MethodIn this study 15 participants were interviewed and transcripts were analysed using thematic analysis.ResultsFemales who smoke were ambivalent (positive or sceptical) about being advised to stop smoking after they had undergone cervical screening. An explanation of why smoking behaviour is addressed by the practice assistant performing the smear, and making females feel at ease during the smear test, were found to be factors that might influence acceptability of such advice. Although a personal and non-judgemental approach to discussing smoking was considered essential, participants expressed different preferences regarding the form and content of cessation support. This was reflected by the variations in knowledge about smoking cessation support, previous experiences of cessation attempts, and received cessation advice or support.ConclusionStudy participants had mixed opinions about being given advice about smoking cessation after their cervical smear test and differed in their preferences for the type of support for smoking cessation. An interactive approach might improve how well a smoking cessation intervention is received by females who smoke and cater to their individual needs and preferences.

A review of the literature: interventions to maximize capacity to consent and reduce anxiety of women with learning disabilities preparing for a cervical smear test

2002 ◽  
Vol 15 (3) ◽  
pp. 173-185 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sallyanne Broughton
Keyword(s):  
Learning Disabilities ◽  
Learning Disability ◽  
Cervical Screening ◽  
Complex Nature ◽  
Relaxation Techniques ◽  
Cervical Smear ◽  
Capacity To Consent ◽  
Smear Test ◽  
Key Issues ◽  
Screening Services

Due to the complex nature of the cervical screening for women with learning disabilities, this literature review has several different strands. The aim of which is to give a general overview of the literature available about women with learning disabilities and cervical screening. Discussing key issues in relation to uptake, access and risk factors associated with cervical screening. The role of the learning disability nurse in supporting access to cervical screening services within primary care will be explored. The notion that anxiety and a woman's capacity to consent impacts on her accessing cervical screening services and ultimately undergoing a cervical smear test, will be examined. Relaxation techniques with regard to ascertaining which techniques are more effective when used with individuals with a learning disability will also be discussed.

Characteristics of Subgroups of Attenders and Non-Attenders in an Organised Screening Programme for Cervical Cancer

1996 ◽  
Vol 3 (3) ◽  
pp. 133-139 ◽  
Author(s):  
Lars Peter Skovgaard Larsen ◽  
Frede Olesen
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
General Practitioner ◽  
Cancer Risk ◽  
Cervical Screening ◽  
Participation Rate ◽  
Cancer Risk Factors ◽  
Smear Test ◽  
Frequent Contact ◽  
Number Of Sexual Partners ◽  
Close Relatives

Objective –Several studies have compared attenders and non-attenders in organised cervical screening programmes but few have analysed subgroups of at-tenders and non-attenders. This study presents social and other characteristics of such subgroups. Setting—Aarhus County, Denmark. Methods –A case-control study in a cohort of 133 500 women, aged 23–60, included in the programme from 1 October 1990 to 1 April 1994. The participation rate was 75%, and those taking part comprised women with opportunistic screening or who had had a smear owing to symptoms in the previous three years (“active” attenders), and women who were invited for screening because they had not been otherwise tested (“passive” attenders). “Passive” (n = 708) and “active” attenders (n = 692) were compared. Women who had never had a smear test (“never” attenders, n = 287) were then compared with “ever” attenders (n = 1215)—that is, women who had not had a smear test during the previous 42 months, but had had at least one previous test. Data were collected by mailed questionnaires. Results –The response rate was 81% and 53% for attenders and non-attenders, respectively. After correction for age, there was no difference between the “active” and “passive” attenders for cancer risk factors (smoking, age of first intercourse, number of sexual partners, and social group), or in the degree of responsibility for close relatives, but “active” attenders seemed to have more frequent contact with their general practitioner. “Never” attenders had less frequent contact with their general practitioner than “ever” attenders. They were more often living alone and nullipara, but had no overrepresentation of cancer risk factors. Conclusions –Increased effect cannot be obtained by focusing on the described groups, but by increasing the participation rate. “Never” attenders do not belong to a special risk group.

Women's Experiences at Cervical Screening

1995 ◽  
Vol 40 (3) ◽  
pp. 81-82 ◽  
Author(s):  
I.K. Crombie ◽  
S. Orbell ◽  
G. Johnston ◽  
A.J. Robertson ◽  
M. Kenicer
Keyword(s):  
Cervical Screening ◽  
Recent Experience ◽  
Smear Test ◽  
Women’S Experiences ◽  
Cervical Smears ◽  
Women's Experiences ◽  
Almost All ◽  
Unpleasant Experience ◽  
Test Result ◽  
At Home

Concerns about attendance for cervical screening has focussed on determining the reasons why some women never attend. Less attention has been paid to whether women continue to attend for further smears, although this is essential for further screening. This study investigated woemn's experiences of cervical screening and their views on subsequent attendance. Three hundred and thirty nine women aged 20–64 were identified from a computerised register of cervical smears as having had a smear test within the previous three years. They were interviewed at home about their most recent experience of screening. Just over half of the women (53%) recalled being anxious before the test, and about one fifth reported embarrassment (19%) or pain (20%) during it. The frequencies of discomfort were higher amongst those who were anxious about the test, athough 24% of those who were embarrassed and 28% who had pain reported being unconcerned beforehand. The frequencies of pain and embarrassment were only slightly higher when the smear taker was male. Many women (22%) reported being concerned about the test result although only 10% of those who were concerned were recalled for further assessment. Although a number of women had unpleasant experiences, almost all (95%) who were under 60 years of age said they were likely to attend for a subsequent smear. Taking cervical smears is often an unpleasant experience for women, although some of the distressing events could easily have been avoided. Attention to technique and to the concerns of individual patients, especially ensuring privacy, could reduce the extent of the problem. The uptake of subsequent smears should be monitored to ensure that women are not being discouraged from attendance.

Self-Esteem, Compliance, and Cervical Screening

1995 ◽  
Vol 77 (3) ◽  
pp. 891-898 ◽  
Author(s):  
J. R. Wilson ◽  
J. A. Fazey
Keyword(s):  
Cervical Screening ◽  
Semantic Differential ◽  
Self Esteem ◽  
Cervical Smear ◽  
Smear Test ◽  
Health Related ◽  
Personal Questionnaire

A computerized version of the semantic differential was administered to 57 respondents and 43 nonrespondents to invitations for a cervical smear test. 26 concepts pertaining to emotional, social, parental, and health-related domains were tested. The semantic differential was followed by a personal questionnaire. Analysis indicated that fear, worry, and embarrassment were negatively correlated with the decision to have a cervical smear test. Respondents seemed to have higher self-esteem and better relationships with their husbands than nonrespondents.

scholarly journals Cervical pap smear study and its utility in cervical cancer detection and prevention

2021 ◽  
Vol 8 (4) ◽  
pp. 470-475
Author(s):  
Boinapalli Sudhakar ◽  
Vijaya Karra ◽  
Pamu Shiva Ramulu
Keyword(s):  
Cervical Cancer ◽  
Early Identification ◽  
Pap Smear ◽  
Precancerous Lesions ◽  
Cervical Screening ◽  
Screening Method ◽  
Pap Smear Test ◽  
Screening Programs ◽  
Cervical Cancers ◽  
Smear Test

The objective of present study to find out women for precancerous lesions with the help of pap smear test as early identification marker. Determine the percentage of cervical cancer in relationship with demographic, education and occupation. To find out pap smear effectiveness in various infections. To find out correlation pap smear findings with symptoms.This is a cross-sectional study involving the screening of women from the rural population of Siddipet district for the assessment of health status using pap smear test who have attended the outpatient department of Obstetrics and Gynecology conducted during the period of August 2019 to May 2021. The present study included 1500 Pap smears, of which the most common abnormality was inflammatory smear, which is followed by atrophic smear. Among all the study respondent’s majority (64.5%) of the women were home makers and not working, remaining participants were either self employed or working women. Percentage of abnormal smear reports was reported in group 2 (31-40 years) subjects followed by group 3 (41-50 years) women. In 22 patients, Atypical Squamous Cell of Undetermined Significance (ASCUS) was observed. The present study reported very less cervical cancer prevalence in our study population.Pap smear testing is a sensitive and effective screening test which can be used for identification of precancerous epithelial lesions. Pap smear test should be recognized as a routine screening method to decrease Mortality and Morbidity due to the cervical cancer. This study also regard us as paps smear is a gold standard for cervical screening. This study also suggests that every woman above the age 30 years should undergo screening programs for cervical cancers. So Morbidity and Mortality due to cervical cancers can be prevented by early identification of cervical cancer by doing screening at regular intervals.

Who is left behind in cervical screening?

2019 ◽  
Vol 30 (9) ◽  
pp. 458-459
Author(s):  
Rebecca Gilroy
Keyword(s):  
Cervical Cancer ◽  
Cancer Screening ◽  
Cervical Cancer Screening ◽  
Cervical Screening ◽  
Smear Test ◽  
Left Behind

Cervical cancer screening is one of the most important procedures that GPNs may undertake; however, boosting uptake has become a part of this role. Many women face barriers to getting their smear test, explains Rebecca Gilroy, especially those living with disabilities

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