Screening for cervical cancer and human papilloma virus: Indian context |
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Authors: | Deodhar Kedar K |
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Institution: | Department of Pathology, Tata Memorial Hospital, Dr. E. Borges Road, Parel, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India. kedardeodhar@hotmail.com |
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Abstract: | Cervical cancer remains the most common fatal cancer in Indian women. The primary underlying cause of cervical cancer is persistent infection with human papilloma virus (HPV); HPV 16 and 18 account for nearly 70% of all cervical cancers worldwide. Cytology-based cervical screening programs have been very effective, but require establishing an infrastructure and quality control mechanisms, which can be a challenge. Cervical screening by visual inspection with acetic acid (VIA) and visual inspection with Lugol's iodine (VILI) are acceptable alternatives for low-resource settings. Primary screening for cervical cancer with HPV testing is attractive but cost could be the limiting factor. A less expensive HPV test holds promise. |
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Keywords: | Cervical cancer Screening Visual inspection with acetic acid Human papilloma virus testing |
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