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Screening for Cervical Cancer: U.S. Preventive Services Task Force Recommendation Statement

Virginia A. Moyer
- 19 Jun 2012 - 
- Vol. 156, Iss: 12, pp 880-891
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New evidence on the comparative test performance of liquid-based cytology and the benefits and harms of human papillomavirus testing as a stand-alone test or in combination with cytology is reviewed.
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This recommendation on cervical cancer screening from the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force considers evidence on liquid cytology, human papillomavirus testing, and a computer model of optimal sc...

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