Human papillomavirus self-sampling for screening nonattenders: Opt-in pilot implementation with electronic communication platforms.

ABSTRACT: In organized cervical screening programs, typically 25% of the invited women do not attend. The Copenhagen Self-sampling Initiative (CSi) aimed to gain experiences on participation among screening nonattenders in the Capital Region of Denmark. Here, we report on the effectiveness of different communication platforms used in the pilot with suggestions for strategies prior to a full-implementation. Moreover, an innovative approach using self-sampling brushes with unique radio frequency identification chips allowed for unprecedented levels patient identification safety. Nonattenders from the capital region of Denmark were identified via the organized national invitation module. Screening history was obtained via the nationwide pathology registry. Twenty-four thousand women were invited, and a

SUBMITTER: Lam JU 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC5516138 | biostudies-literature | 2017 May

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature