Early detection of cervical and breast cancer in transgender and allogender individuals assigned female at birth: A scoping review.

ABSTRACT: Background: Transgender and Allogender Individuals Assigned Female At Birth (transgender and allogender individuals AFAB) face obstacles and inequalities in healthcare access compared to cisgender individuals. These challenges derive from social stigma, knowledge gaps, and scarcity of professionals trained to address the specific needs of these populations. Since transgender and allogender individuals AFAB may retain breast tissue and a cervix, they require integral sexual health care, including early detection of cervical and breast cancer. However, specific barriers and guidelines for early detection in these populations remain undefined. Aim: To review literature on early cervical and breast cancer screening in transgender and allogender individuals AFAB and

SUBMITTER: Velasco Yanez RJ 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12573574 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature