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1
Q

Why is cervical cancer suitable for screening?

A
Important health problem
Treatment available
Recognizable early phase
Suitable screening test available
Natural history of condition is understood
Cost effective
2
Q

Describe the outline of the screening program

A

Women aged 25-64

Every 3 years up to age 49, then 5 yearly

3
Q

Why is the lower age limit increased now

A

Cervical changes common in young women and usually clear on their won
Cervical cancer is exceptionally rare in women under 25
Screening under 25s can lead to unnecessary treatment

4
Q

What is the coverage of a screening program

A

Screened population/eligible population x 100

5
Q

What is uptake

A

Screened population/invited population x 100

6
Q

Who is the HPV vaccine offered to

A

girls ages 11 to 13

7
Q

When can someone with CIn return to the normal screening population

A

If they show normal cervical cells and HPV negative six months after treatment