Identifying optimum implementation for human papillomavirus self-sampling in underserved communities: A systematic review.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

To review the existing evidence to identify the optimum methods for implementing human papillomavirus self-sampling to increase screening uptake for underserved groups.

Setting

Specific groups are less likely to participate in cervical screening. These include individuals from low socioeconomic status groups, ethnic minority groups, younger age groups (25-29), older age groups (≥50), with a physical disability, with a learning disability and with an LGBTQ+ identity. The advent of human papillomavirus self-sampling for cervical screening presents an opportunity to promote equitable access to screening. Implementation for human papillomavirus self-sampling can vary, for example, opt-out or opt-in approaches. However, it is unclear which of these is the best method of

SUBMITTER: Mackay O 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11869506 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature