Search for dissertations about: "abnormal cervical smear"
Showing result 1 - 5 of 9 swedish dissertations containing the words abnormal cervical smear.
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1. Cervical cancer prevention : studies on outcome of cervical screening and on management of abnormal cytology findings
Abstract : Background Screening by cytology has been highly effective in reducing the incidence and mortality from squamous invasive cervical cancer (ICC), but the effectiveness is less established regarding non-squamous ICC and regarding women above screening ages and below 30 years of age. Cervical cancer still occurs despite the presence of an organised screening programme. READ MORE
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2. Women receiving notification of an abnormal Pap smear result : experiences and impact on health-related quality of life
Abstract : Aim: The aim of this thesis was to investigate experiences of receiving notification of an abnormal Pap smear result and its impact on women’s health-related quality of life as well as to investigate women’s awareness of human papillomavirus.Methods: In total, 176 women and 20 healthcare professionals participated. READ MORE
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3. Cervical dysplasia and cervical cancer in pregnancy: diagnosis and outcome
Abstract : ABSTRACT:Cervical cancer is one of the most common types of cancer that is diagnosed during pregnancy. The primary aim in investigation of atypical cervical cytology during pregnancy is to exclude cancer so that further treatment of the lesion can be postponed until after delivery. READ MORE
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4. Colposcopy after cervical dysplasia: psychological aspects
Abstract : The aim of this thesis was to conduct a prospective investigation of anxiety and its long-term effects on women referred for colposcopy after an abnormal cervical smear. The thesis comprises four articles, all based on a study of the current life situation, anxiety (Spielberger's state-trait anxiety inventory, STAI), depression (Montogomery Isberg Depression Rating Scale self-rate), psychosexuality, and quality of life (Health Survey Short Form-36) in 100 women referred for colposcopy and at follow-up six months and two years later. READ MORE
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5. Non-attendees need attention - Determinants and interventions affecting participation in cervical cancer screening
Abstract : Aim: Non-attendance is the foremost screening-related risk factor for cervical cancer. The overall aim of this thesis is to contribute to preventing cervical cancer by focusing attention on non-attendees, assessing interventions to increase participation in screening and identifying determinants for non-attendance. READ MORE