Pap-smear and cervical cancer in Estonia: a population-based case-control study

ConclusionsThe study confirmed the importance of screening in preventing CC, also revealing the independent effect of several social factors on CC risk. To reduce CC incidence in Estonia, immediate efforts are necessary to increase the effectiveness of screening, particularly among high-risk and hard-to-reach women.Key messagesThis case-control study of cervical cancer in Estonia identified high-risk groups: women with no Pap-smears, interruptions in health insurance, low education, and living outside the capital city area.Reduction in cervical cancer incidence in Estonia can be achieved through more effective screening and communication, tailored to the needs of different population groups, mainly high-risk women.
Source: The European Journal of Public Health - Category: General Medicine Source Type: research