Women's reasoning and experience in the cervical cancer screening programme when offered a self-sampling HPV test: a qualitative content analysis
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The authors aimed to explore women's reasoning and experiences when offered a self-sampling HPV test within the cervical cancer screening program. Through qualitative analysis of narratives from 173 women, they identified that while self-sampling generally reduced practical and emotional barriers to screening, it also introduced anxiety related to HPV results and cervical dysplasia. The findings suggest a need for personalized healthcare communication to address these emotional concerns.
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