The reasons for this nonadherence to ASCCP guidelines could not be determined but likely involve multiple factors including patient compliance, Pap smears ... of high-grade cervical cancer precursors.

Pap smears save many lives, but many women avoid the uncomfortable and intrusive procedure. New self-test kits could change ...

The Pap smear was developed by Dr Georgios Papanicolaou and first reported in 1928. It involves a gynaecologist taking a sample of cells from the surface of the cervix during an internal exam.

But they use Pap smears to help them detect cervical cancer. During a Pap test, a doctor collects cells from your cervix, the opening into your uterus. They send these cells to a lab for testing ...

While January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month, health experts say getting screened when necessary is important year-round.

Critical facts you need to know about cervical cancer, a type that particularly develops in the cells of the cervix.

Many women don’t know about a self-collected cervical screening test despite the simple swab being readily available in ...

Y. Hou, MD Cervical cancer is one of the most preventable and treatable cancers, thanks to the HPV vaccine and regular ...