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A prospective study of risk-based colposcopy demonstrates improved detection of cervical precancers.
American journal of obstetrics and gynecology - 1 Jun 2018
Wentzensen Nicolas, Walker Joan, Smith Katie, Gold Michael A, Zuna Rosemary, Massad L Stewart, Liu Angela, Silver Michelle I, Dunn S Terence, Schiffman Mark
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: Sensitivity for detection of precancers at colposcopy and reassurance provided by a negative colposcopy are in need of systematic study and improvement. OBJECTIVE: We sought to evaluate whether selecting the appropriate women for multiple targeted cervical biopsies based on screening cytology, human papillomavirus testing, and colposcopic impression could improve accuracy and efficiency of cervical...
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