Interventions to increase follow-up of abnormal cervical cancer screening results: A systematic literature review and meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Ensuring timely follow-up of abnormal screening results is essential for eliminating cervical cancer.

Objective

The purpose of the study was to review single and multicomponent interventions designed to improve follow-up of women with abnormal cervical cancer screening results. We report on effectiveness across studies, and describe what aspects of these interventions might be more impactful.

Methods

Publications were searched between January 2000 and December 2022. The search included observational, quasi-experimental (pre-post studies) and randomized controlled studies describing at least one intervention to increase follow-up of women with abnormal cervical cancer screening results. Outcomes of studies included completion of any follow-up (i.e., attend

SUBMITTER: Varon ML 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10880967 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature